Banana melon vs. Cantaloupe — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Banana melon and Cantaloupe
- The amount of Vitamin C in Cantaloupe is higher than in Banana melon.
- Cantaloupe covers your daily need of Vitamin C 32% more than Banana melon.
- The amount of Sugar in Banana melon is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Melon, banana (Navajo) and Melons, cantaloupe, 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.
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +44.4% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -31.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +20% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +90.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +17.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +28.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +66.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +13.9% |
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 KVitamin K | +96% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +353.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +105% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +59.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +44% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.84 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
4.06 g
Water:
94.66 g
Other:
0.24 g
Protein:
0.84 g
Fats:
0.19 g
Carbs:
8.16 g
Water:
90.15 g
Other:
0.66 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +101% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +175% |
~equal in
Protein
~0.84g
~equal in
Fats
~0.19g
~equal in
Water
~90.15g
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0 g
Glucose:
1.3 g
Fructose:
2.06 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0.03 g
Sucrose:
4.35 g
Glucose:
1.54 g
Fructose:
1.87 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.04 g
Galactose:
0.06 g
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +18.5% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GalactoseGalactose | +∞% |
~equal in
Fructose
~1.87g
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
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 Cholesterol |
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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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 21kcal | 34kcal |
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| Protein | 0.84g | 0.84g | |
| Fats | 0.2g | 0.19g |
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| Vitamin C | 8.1mg | 36.7mg |
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| Net carbs | 3.76g | 7.26g |
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| Carbs | 4.06g | 8.16g |
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| Magnesium | 10mg | 12mg |
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| Calcium | 13mg | 9mg |
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| Potassium | 140mg | 267mg |
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| Iron | 0.21mg | 0.21mg | |
| Sugar | 3.36g | 7.86g |
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| Fiber | 0.3g | 0.9g |
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| Copper | 0.035mg | 0.041mg |
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| Zinc | 0.14mg | 0.18mg |
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| Starch | 0g | 0.03g |
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| Phosphorus | 9mg | 15mg |
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| Sodium | 11mg | 16mg |
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| Vitamin A | 3382IU |
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| Vitamin A | 169µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0mg | 0.05mg |
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| Manganese | 0.036mg | 0.041mg |
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| Selenium | 0.4µg | 0.4µg | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.041mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.018mg | 0.019mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.46mg | 0.734mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.07mg | 0.105mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.05mg | 0.072mg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.9µg | 2.5µg |
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| Folate | 20µg | 21µg |
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| Choline | 7.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.051g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.003g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.081g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.002mg |
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| Threonine | 0.017mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.021mg |
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| Leucine | 0.029mg |
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| Lysine | 0.03mg |
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| Methionine | 0.012mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.023mg |
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| Valine | 0.033mg |
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| Histidine | 0.015mg |
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| Fructose | 2.06g | 1.87g |
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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
7%
31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
8%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cantaloupe is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cantaloupe is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Banana melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Banana melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Banana melon contains less Sodium (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Banana melon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.051g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Banana melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 65)
Which food is cheaper?
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The foods are relatively equal in price ($)