Flank steak vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are flank steak and horned melon different?
- Flank steak is higher in vitamin B3, zinc, vitamin B6, phosphorus, vitamin B2, iron, vitamin B5, copper, and potassium; however, horned melon is richer in vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for flank steak is 42% higher.
- Flank steak contains 10 times more zinc than horned melon. While flank steak contains 4.9mg of zinc, horned melon contains only 0.48mg.
- Flank steak has a lower glycemic index (0) than horned melon (48).
Beef, flank, steak, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 0" fat, all grades, cooked, broiled and Horned melon (Kiwano) are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +53.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +175.6% |
| Contains more IronIron | +54% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +310% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +920.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +467.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +73.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -96.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +333.3% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +786.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +1203.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +197.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +819% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +200% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
27.66 g
Fats:
8.23 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
64.17 g
Other:
0 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +1453.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +553.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +38.6% |
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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 | 1.63µg | 68% | |
| Selenium | 29.4µg | 53% | |
| Protein | 27.66g | 1.78g | 52% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.363mg | 0.565mg | 42% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.579mg | 0.063mg | 40% |
| Zinc | 4.9mg | 0.48mg | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 26% | |
| Phosphorus | 210mg | 37mg | 25% |
| Choline | 105.4mg | 19% | |
| Saturated fat | 3.395g | 15% | |
| Fats | 8.23g | 1.26g | 11% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.133mg | 0.015mg | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 3.317g | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.74mg | 1.13mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.545mg | 0.183mg | 7% |
| Calories | 192kcal | 44kcal | 7% |
| Copper | 0.082mg | 0.02mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 339mg | 123mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.3mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.075mg | 0.025mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 40mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.38mg | 3% | |
| Carbs | 0g | 7.56g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.322g | 2% | |
| Sodium | 56mg | 2mg | 2% |
| Folate | 9µg | 3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.4µg | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.009mg | 0.039mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.182mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.105mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.259mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.201mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.338mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.72mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.093mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.372mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.883mg | 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
49%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
54%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 79mg)
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 - 54mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 3.395g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Flank steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 48)
Which food is cheaper?
Flank steak is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Flank steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Flank steak is relatively richer in vitamins