Crab stick vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
Compare
How are crab stick and horned melon different?
- Crab stick is higher in phosphorus, vitamin B6, and vitamin B2; however, horned melon is richer in iron and vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for phosphorus for crab stick is 35% higher.
- Crab stick contains 265 times more sodium than horned melon. While crab stick contains 529mg of sodium, horned melon contains only 2mg.
Crustaceans, crab, alaska king, imitation, made from surimi and Horned melon (Kiwano) are the varieties used in this article.
Infographic

Infographic link
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 | +60% |
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +662.2% |
Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +36.7% |
Contains more IronIron | +189.7% |
Contains more ZincZinc | +45.5% |
Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.6% |
Contains more ManganeseManganese | +254.5% |
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 | +20% |
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +433.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +106.3% |
Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
7.62 g
Fats:
0.46 g
Carbs:
15 g
Water:
74.66 g
Other:
2.26 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
Contains more ProteinProtein | +328.1% |
Contains more CarbsCarbs | +98.4% |
Contains more OtherOther | +425.6% |
Contains more FatsFats | +173.9% |
Contains more WaterWater | +19.2% |
Comparison summary table
Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
![]() |
![]() |
||
Lower in Cholesterol |
![]() |
||
Lower in Sugar |
![]() |
||
Lower in Sodium |
![]() |
||
Lower in Saturated fat |
![]() |
||
Lower in Glycemic Index |
![]() |
||
Lower in price |
![]() |
||
Rich in vitamins |
![]() |
||
Rich in minerals | Equal |
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
Nutrient | ![]() |
![]() |
DV% diff. |
Selenium | 22.3µg | 41% | |
Phosphorus | 282mg | 37mg | 35% |
Vitamin B12 | 0.57µg | 24% | |
Sodium | 529mg | 2mg | 23% |
Protein | 7.62g | 1.78g | 12% |
Iron | 0.39mg | 1.13mg | 9% |
Cholesterol | 20mg | 7% | |
Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.3mg | 6% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.13mg | 0.063mg | 5% |
Vitamin B2 | 0.08mg | 0.015mg | 5% |
Vitamin B5 | 0mg | 0.183mg | 4% |
Calories | 95kcal | 44kcal | 3% |
Fiber | 0.5g | 2% | |
Choline | 13mg | 2% | |
Carbs | 15g | 7.56g | 2% |
Copper | 0.032mg | 0.02mg | 1% |
Polyunsaturated fat | 0.143g | 1% | |
Folate | 0µg | 3µg | 1% |
Fructose | 0.62g | 1% | |
Fats | 0.46g | 1.26g | 1% |
Magnesium | 43mg | 40mg | 1% |
Saturated fat | 0.216g | 1% | |
Potassium | 90mg | 123mg | 1% |
Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.039mg | 1% |
Vitamin E | 0.17mg | 1% | |
Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
Monounsaturated fat | 0.275g | 1% | |
Starch | 3.5g | 1% | |
Zinc | 0.33mg | 0.48mg | 1% |
Net carbs | 14.5g | 7.56g | N/A |
Calcium | 13mg | 13mg | 0% |
Sugar | 6.25g | N/A | |
Vitamin B1 | 0.03mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
Vitamin B3 | 0.62mg | 0.565mg | 0% |
Vitamin K | 0.4µg | 0% | |
Trans fat | 0.008g | 0g | N/A |
Tryptophan | 0.075mg | 0% | |
Threonine | 0.285mg | 0% | |
Isoleucine | 0.23mg | 0% | |
Leucine | 0.607mg | 0% | |
Lysine | 0.707mg | 0% | |
Methionine | 0.261mg | 0% | |
Phenylalanine | 0.26mg | 0% | |
Valine | 0.286mg | 0% | |
Histidine | 0.156mg | 0% | |
Omega-3 - DHA | 0.028g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - ALA | 0.008g | N/A | |
Omega-3 - DPA | 0.001g | N/A | |
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.089g | N/A |
Which food is preferable for your diet?


is better in case of low diet
![]() |
![]() |
|
Low Calories diet |
![]() |
|
Low Fats diet |
![]() |
|
Low Carbs diet |
![]() |
|
Low Glycemic Index diet |
![]() |
People also compare
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
12%

5%

Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
39%

13%

Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?

Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 20mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?

Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 6.25g)
Which food contains less Sodium?

Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 527mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?

Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.216g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?

Horned melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 2)
Which food is cheaper?

Horned melon is cheaper (difference - $10.6)
Which food is richer in vitamins?

Crab stick is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
?
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.