Tamarind vs. Peruvian groundcherry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Tamarind and Peruvian groundcherry
- Tamarind has more Vitamin B1, Iron, Phosphorus, Vitamin B2, and Calcium, however, Peruvian groundcherry is richer in Vitamin C, and Vitamin B3.
- Tamarind covers your daily Vitamin B1 needs 27% more than Peruvian groundcherry.
- Peruvian groundcherry has 8 times less Calcium than Tamarind. Tamarind has 74mg of Calcium, while Peruvian groundcherry has 9mg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Tamarinds, raw and Groundcherries, (cape-gooseberries or poha), raw.
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Mineral Comparison
Mineral comparison score is based on the number of minerals by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
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Calcium
+722.2%
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Iron
+180%
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Phosphorus
+182.5%
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Calcium
+722.2%
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Iron
+180%
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Phosphorus
+182.5%
Vitamin Comparison
Vitamin comparison score is based on the number of vitamins by which one or the other food is richer. The "coverage" charts below show how much of the daily needs can be covered by 300 grams of the food.
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Vitamin B1
+289.1%
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Vitamin B2
+280%
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Vitamin A
+2300%
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Vitamin C
+214.3%
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Vitamin B3
+44.5%
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Vitamin B1
+289.1%
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Vitamin B2
+280%
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Vitamin A
+2300%
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Vitamin C
+214.3%
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Vitamin B3
+44.5%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+47.4%
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Carbs
+458%
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Other
+237.5%
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Fats
+16.7%
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Water
+172%
Protein:
2.8 g
Fats:
0.6 g
Carbs:
62.5 g
Water:
31.4 g
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2.7 g
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
0.7 g
Carbs:
11.2 g
Water:
85.4 g
Other:
0.8 g
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Protein
+47.4%
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+458%
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+237.5%
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+16.7%
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Water
+172%
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Net carbs | 57.4g | 11.2g |
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| Protein | 2.8g | 1.9g |
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| Fats | 0.6g | 0.7g |
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| Carbs | 62.5g | 11.2g |
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| Calories | 239kcal | 53kcal |
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| Sugar | 38.8g |
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| Fiber | 5.1g |
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| Calcium | 74mg | 9mg |
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| Iron | 2.8mg | 1mg |
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| Magnesium | 92mg |
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| Phosphorus | 113mg | 40mg |
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| Potassium | 628mg |
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| Sodium | 28mg |
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| Zinc | 0.1mg |
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| Copper | 0.086mg |
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| Selenium | 1.3µg |
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| Vitamin A | 30IU | 720IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 2µg | 36µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.1mg |
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| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 11mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.428mg | 0.11mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.152mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.938mg | 2.8mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.143mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.066mg |
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| Folate | 14µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.8µg |
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| Tryptophan | 0.018mg |
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| Lysine | 0.139mg |
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| Methionine | 0.014mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.272g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.181g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.059g |
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Vitamins & Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
The summary scores indicate the extent to which this food can fulfill your daily vitamin and mineral requirements if you consume 3 servings, consisting of 100 grams of each (an approximation of 3 serving sizes).
Vitamins Daily Need Coverage Score
20%
14%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamarind is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Tamarind is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tamarind is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Peruvian groundcherry contains less Sodium (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Peruvian groundcherry is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.272g)
Which food is cheaper?
Peruvian groundcherry is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)