Carambola vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between carambola and horned melon
- Carambola is higher in vitamin C and copper; however, horned melon is richer in iron and magnesium.
- Carambola's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 32% higher.
- Carambola has 7 times more copper than horned melon. While carambola has 0.137mg of copper, horned melon has only 0.02mg.
The food types used in this comparison are Carambola, (starfruit), raw and Horned melon (Kiwano).
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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 CopperCopper | +585% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +300% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +333.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1312.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +300% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +208.3% |
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 CVitamin C | +549.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +113.7% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +78.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +54% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +270.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.04 g
Fats:
0.33 g
Carbs:
6.73 g
Water:
91.38 g
Other:
0.52 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +20.9% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +71.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +281.8% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +12.3% |
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Water
~88.97g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 34.4mg | 5.3mg | 32% |
| Iron | 0.08mg | 1.13mg | 13% |
| Copper | 0.137mg | 0.02mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 11% | |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 40mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.017mg | 0.063mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.391mg | 0.183mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 12mg | 37mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.12mg | 0.48mg | 3% |
| Folate | 12µg | 3µg | 2% |
| Calories | 31kcal | 44kcal | 1% |
| Protein | 1.04g | 1.78g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.184g | 1% | |
| Choline | 7.6mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.367mg | 0.565mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.014mg | 0.025mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin E | 0.15mg | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.33g | 1.26g | 1% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 6.73g | 7.56g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 3.93g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Potassium | 133mg | 123mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 3.98g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 2mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 3µg | 7µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.037mg | 0.039mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.016mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.019g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.03g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.008mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.044mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.05mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.008mg | 0% |
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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
13%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
9%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.98g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.019g)
Which food is cheaper?
Horned melon is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Horned melon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Carambola is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Carambola is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (2 mg)