Currant vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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A recap on differences between Currant and Horned melon
- Currant has more Vitamin C, Copper, and Manganese, however, Horned melon is higher in Magnesium.
- Currant covers your daily Vitamin C needs 40% more than Horned melon.
- Horned melon contains 5 times less Copper than Currant. Currant contains 0.107mg of Copper, while Horned melon contains 0.02mg.
Food varieties used in this article are Currants, red and white, 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 CalciumCalcium | +153.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +123.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +435% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +376.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +207.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +13% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +108.7% |
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 | +673.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +60% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +166.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +250% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +465% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +185.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.4 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
13.8 g
Water:
83.95 g
Other:
0.65 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +82.5% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +51.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +530% |
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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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 56kcal | 44kcal |
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| Protein | 1.4g | 1.78g |
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| Fats | 0.2g | 1.26g |
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| Vitamin C | 41mg | 5.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 9.5g | 7.56g |
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| Carbs | 13.8g | 7.56g |
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| Magnesium | 13mg | 40mg |
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| Calcium | 33mg | 13mg |
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| Potassium | 275mg | 123mg |
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| Iron | 1mg | 1.13mg |
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| Sugar | 7.37g |
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| Fiber | 4.3g |
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| Copper | 0.107mg | 0.02mg |
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| Zinc | 0.23mg | 0.48mg |
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| Phosphorus | 44mg | 37mg |
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| Sodium | 1mg | 2mg |
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| Vitamin A | 42IU | 147IU |
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| Vitamin A | 2µg | 7µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.1mg |
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| Manganese | 0.186mg | 0.039mg |
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| Selenium | 0.6µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.04mg | 0.025mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.05mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.1mg | 0.565mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.064mg | 0.183mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.07mg | 0.063mg |
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| Vitamin K | 11µg |
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| Folate | 8µg | 3µg |
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| Choline | 7.6mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.017g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.028g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.088g |
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| Fructose | 3.53g |
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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
17%
6%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
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 - 7.37g)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 0.017g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Currant contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Currant is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Currant is cheaper (difference - $0.9)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Currant is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.