Bitter melon vs. Sun-dried tomato — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are Bitter melon and Sun-dried tomato different?
- Bitter melon is richer in Vitamin B6, and Folate, while Sun-dried tomato is higher in Copper, Potassium, Vitamin B3, Vitamin C, Vitamin B5, Iron, and Phosphorus.
- Bitter melon covers your daily need of Vitamin B6 37% more than Sun-dried tomato.
- Bitter melon contains 6 times more Folate than Sun-dried tomato. Bitter melon contains 128µg of Folate, while Sun-dried tomato contains 23µg.
- Bitter melon is lower in Sodium.
Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), leafy tips, raw and Tomatoes, sun-dried, packed in oil, drained 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 CalciumCalcium | +78.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +15% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +157.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +31.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +135.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +160% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +233.3% |
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 AVitamin A | +34.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +151.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +456.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +15.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +227% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +660.3% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
~0µg
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
5.3 g
Fats:
0.69 g
Carbs:
3.29 g
Water:
89.25 g
Other:
1.47 g
Protein:
5.06 g
Fats:
14.08 g
Carbs:
23.33 g
Water:
53.83 g
Other:
3.7 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +65.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1940.6% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +609.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +151.7% |
~equal in
Protein
~5.06g
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 | Equal | ||
| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 30kcal | 213kcal |
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| Protein | 5.3g | 5.06g |
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| Fats | 0.69g | 14.08g |
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| Vitamin C | 88mg | 101.8mg |
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| Net carbs | 3.29g | 17.53g |
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| Carbs | 3.29g | 23.33g |
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| Magnesium | 85mg | 81mg |
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| Calcium | 84mg | 47mg |
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| Potassium | 608mg | 1565mg |
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| Iron | 2.04mg | 2.68mg |
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| Fiber | 5.8g |
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| Copper | 0.201mg | 0.473mg |
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| Zinc | 0.3mg | 0.78mg |
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| Phosphorus | 99mg | 139mg |
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| Sodium | 11mg | 266mg |
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| Vitamin A | 1734IU | 1286IU |
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| Vitamin A | 87µg | 64µg |
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| Manganese | 0.536mg | 0.466mg |
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| Selenium | 0.9µg | 3µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.181mg | 0.193mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.362mg | 0.383mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.11mg | 3.63mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.063mg | 0.479mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.803mg | 0.319mg |
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| Folate | 128µg | 23µg |
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| Saturated Fat | 1.893g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 8.663g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 2.06g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.037mg |
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| Threonine | 0.128mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.121mg |
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| Leucine | 0.185mg |
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| Lysine | 0.186mg |
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| Methionine | 0.044mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.131mg |
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| Valine | 0.13mg |
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| Histidine | 0.077mg |
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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
64%
57%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
41%
66%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Sun-dried tomato is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Bitter melon contains less Sodium (difference - 255mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Bitter melon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 1.893g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bitter melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 30)
Which food is cheaper?
Bitter melon is cheaper (difference - $2.4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
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.