Truffle vs. Bitter gourd (Momordica charantia, bitter melon, balsam pear) — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between Truffle and Bitter gourd (Momordica charantia, bitter melon, balsam pear)
- Truffle has more Selenium, Manganese, Iron, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, and Phosphorus, however, Bitter gourd (Momordica charantia, bitter melon, balsam pear) is richer in Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Folate, and Vitamin B1.
- Bitter gourd (Momordica charantia, bitter melon, balsam pear) covers your daily Vitamin C needs 98% more than Truffle.
- Bitter gourd (Momordica charantia, bitter melon, balsam pear) has 48 times less Selenium than Truffle. Truffle has 43.4µg of Selenium, while Bitter gourd (Momordica charantia, bitter melon, balsam pear) has 0.9µg.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Fungi, Cloud ears, dried and Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), leafy tips, 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
+89.3%
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Iron
+188.2%
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Phosphorus
+85.9%
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Potassium
+24%
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Zinc
+340%
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Manganese
+264%
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Selenium
+4722.2%
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Sodium
-68.6%
Equal in Magnesium - 85
Equal in Copper - 0.201
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Calcium
+89.3%
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Iron
+188.2%
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Phosphorus
+85.9%
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Potassium
+24%
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Zinc
+340%
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Manganese
+264%
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Selenium
+4722.2%
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-68.6%
Equal in Magnesium - 85
Equal in Copper - 0.201
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 B2
+133.1%
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Vitamin B3
+464.6%
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Vitamin B5
+663.5%
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Vitamin A
+∞%
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Vitamin C
+∞%
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Vitamin B1
+1106.7%
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Vitamin B6
+617%
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Folate
+236.8%
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Vitamin B2
+133.1%
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Vitamin B3
+464.6%
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Vitamin B5
+663.5%
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Vitamin A
+∞%
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Vitamin C
+∞%
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Vitamin B1
+1106.7%
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Vitamin B6
+617%
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Folate
+236.8%
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
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Protein
+74.5%
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Carbs
+2119.1%
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Other
+50.3%
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Water
+503%
Equal in Fats - 0.69
Protein:
9.25 g
Fats:
0.73 g
Carbs:
73.01 g
Water:
14.8 g
Other:
2.21 g
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
0.69 g
Carbs:
3.29 g
Water:
89.25 g
Other:
1.47 g
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Protein
+74.5%
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Carbs
+2119.1%
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+50.3%
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+503%
Equal in Fats - 0.69
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 Sodium | |||
Lower in Glycemic Index | |||
Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
Lower in Saturated Fat | Equal | ||
Lower in price | Equal | ||
Rich in vitamins | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | Opinion | ||
Net carbs | 2.91g | 3.29g | |
Protein | 9.25g | 5.3g | |
Fats | 0.73g | 0.69g | |
Carbs | 73.01g | 3.29g | |
Calories | 284kcal | 30kcal | |
Fiber | 70.1g | ||
Calcium | 159mg | 84mg | |
Iron | 5.88mg | 2.04mg | |
Magnesium | 83mg | 85mg | |
Phosphorus | 184mg | 99mg | |
Potassium | 754mg | 608mg | |
Sodium | 35mg | 11mg | |
Zinc | 1.32mg | 0.3mg | |
Copper | 0.183mg | 0.201mg | |
Manganese | 1.951mg | 0.536mg | |
Selenium | 43.4µg | 0.9µg | |
Vitamin A | 0IU | 1734IU | |
Vitamin A RAE | 0µg | 87µg | |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 88mg | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.181mg | |
Vitamin B2 | 0.844mg | 0.362mg | |
Vitamin B3 | 6.267mg | 1.11mg | |
Vitamin B5 | 0.481mg | 0.063mg | |
Vitamin B6 | 0.112mg | 0.803mg | |
Folate | 38µg | 128µg |
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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
33%
69%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
107%
41%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Truffle is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bitter gourd (Momordica charantia, bitter melon, balsam pear) contains less Sodium (difference - 24mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bitter gourd (Momordica charantia, bitter melon, balsam pear) is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Saturated Fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated Fat ( g)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.