Mackerel vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between mackerel and horned melon
- Mackerel is higher in phosphorus, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, potassium, copper, zinc, and calcium; however, horned melon is richer in vitamin C.
- Mackerel's daily need coverage for sodium is 193% higher.
- Mackerel has 13 times more vitamin B2 than horned melon. While mackerel has 0.19mg of vitamin B2, horned melon has only 0.015mg.
- Horned melon has less sodium.
- Mackerel has a lower glycemic index (0) than horned melon (48).
The food types used in this comparison are Fish, mackerel, salted 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 | +50% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +407.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +322.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +23.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +400% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +129.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +586.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -100% |
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 | +571.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +484.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +550.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +400% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
18.5 g
Fats:
25.1 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
43 g
Other:
13.4 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +939.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1892.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +3016.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +106.9% |
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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| Vitamin B12 | 12µg | 500% | |
| Sodium | 4450mg | 2mg | 193% |
| Selenium | 73.4µg | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 25.2µg | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 1006IU | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 6.21g | 41% | |
| Fats | 25.1g | 1.26g | 37% |
| Protein | 18.5g | 1.78g | 33% |
| Cholesterol | 95mg | 32% | |
| Saturated fat | 7.148g | 32% | |
| Phosphorus | 254mg | 37mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.41mg | 0.063mg | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.32g | 21% | |
| Choline | 101.6mg | 18% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 3.3mg | 0.565mg | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 16% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.19mg | 0.015mg | 13% |
| Calories | 305kcal | 44kcal | 13% |
| Potassium | 520mg | 123mg | 12% |
| Copper | 0.1mg | 0.02mg | 9% |
| Vitamin K | 7.8µg | 7% | |
| Zinc | 1.1mg | 0.48mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.3mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 60mg | 40mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 66mg | 13mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 47µg | 7µg | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 4% | |
| Folate | 15µg | 3µg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 1.13mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 0g | 7.56g | 3% |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 2% | |
| Net carbs | 0g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.02mg | 0.025mg | 0% |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 1.619g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 2.965g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.391g | N/A |
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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
172%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
131%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 48)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 4448mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.148g)
Which food is cheaper?
Horned melon is cheaper (difference - $5.6)