Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between cowpea (Black-eyed pea) and horned melon
- Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has more folate, copper, manganese, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1, and zinc; however, horned melon has more vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for folate for cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is 51% higher.
- Horned melon has 13 times less copper than cowpea (Black-eyed pea). Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) has 0.268mg of copper, while horned melon has 0.02mg.
Food types used in this article are Cowpeas, common (blackeyes, crowder, southern), mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt 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 MagnesiumMagnesium | +32.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +84.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +126% |
| Contains more IronIron | +122.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1240% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +168.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +321.6% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1117.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
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 | +708% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +266.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +124.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +58.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +6833.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1225% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +14.1% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.73 g
Fats:
0.53 g
Carbs:
20.76 g
Water:
70.04 g
Other:
0.94 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +334.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +174.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +118.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +137.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27% |
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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| Folate | 208µg | 3µg | 51% |
| Copper | 0.268mg | 0.02mg | 28% |
| Fiber | 6.5g | 26% | |
| Manganese | 0.475mg | 0.039mg | 19% |
| Phosphorus | 156mg | 37mg | 17% |
| Iron | 2.51mg | 1.13mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.202mg | 0.025mg | 15% |
| Protein | 7.73g | 1.78g | 12% |
| Zinc | 1.29mg | 0.48mg | 7% |
| Choline | 32.2mg | 6% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 5.3mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.411mg | 0.183mg | 5% |
| Selenium | 2.5µg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 278mg | 123mg | 5% |
| Calories | 116kcal | 44kcal | 4% |
| Carbs | 20.76g | 7.56g | 4% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.055mg | 0.015mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 53mg | 40mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1mg | 0.063mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.28mg | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.225g | 2% | |
| Fats | 0.53g | 1.26g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.138g | 1% | |
| Calcium | 24mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 14.26g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 3.3g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 4mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.495mg | 0.565mg | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.044g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.095mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.294mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.314mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.592mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.523mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.451mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.368mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.24mg | 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
23%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
43%
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 - 3.3g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.138g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horned melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is cheaper?
Horned melon is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cowpea (Black-eyed pea) is relatively richer in vitamins