Tamarind vs. Pitanga (Surinam cherry) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Tamarind and Pitanga (Surinam cherry) different?
- Tamarind is richer in Vitamin B1, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Phosphorus, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B2, and Calcium, while Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is higher in Vitamin C, and Vitamin A.
- Tamarind covers your daily need of Vitamin B1 33% more than Pitanga (Surinam cherry).
- Tamarind contains 14 times more Iron than Pitanga (Surinam cherry). Tamarind contains 2.8mg of Iron, while Pitanga (Surinam cherry) contains 0.2mg.
Tamarinds, raw and Pitanga, (surinam-cherry), raw types were used in this article.
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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.
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +666.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +722.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +509.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1300% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +927.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -89.3% |
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.
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1326.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +280% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +546% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +651.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +4900% |
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Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.8 g
Fats:
0.6 g
Carbs:
62.5 g
Water:
31.4 g
Other:
2.7 g
Protein:
0.8 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
7.49 g
Water:
90.81 g
Other:
0.5 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +250% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +50% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +734.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +440% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +189.2% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 239kcal | 33kcal |
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| Protein | 2.8g | 0.8g |
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| Fats | 0.6g | 0.4g |
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| Vitamin C | 3.5mg | 26.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 57.4g | 7.49g |
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| Carbs | 62.5g | 7.49g |
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| Magnesium | 92mg | 12mg |
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| Calcium | 74mg | 9mg |
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| Potassium | 628mg | 103mg |
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| Iron | 2.8mg | 0.2mg |
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| Sugar | 38.8g |
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| Fiber | 5.1g |
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| Copper | 0.086mg |
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| Zinc | 0.1mg |
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| Phosphorus | 113mg | 11mg |
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| Sodium | 28mg | 3mg |
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| Vitamin A | 30IU | 1500IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 75µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.1mg |
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| Selenium | 1.3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.428mg | 0.03mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.152mg | 0.04mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.938mg | 0.3mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.143mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.066mg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.8µg |
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| Folate | 14µg |
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| Choline | 8.6mg |
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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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| Tryptophan | 0.018mg |
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| Lysine | 0.139mg |
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| Methionine | 0.014mg |
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Which food is preferable for your diet?
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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
18%
15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
34%
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Tamarind is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Tamarind is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) contains less Sodium (difference - 25mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.272g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Pitanga (Surinam cherry) is cheaper (difference - $3)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)