Horned melon vs. Apple — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between horned melon and apples
- Apples contain less iron and magnesium than horned melon.
- Daily need coverage for iron for horned melon is 13% higher.
- Apples have 12 times less zinc than horned melon. Horned melon has 0.48mg of zinc, while apples have 0.04mg.
- Horned melon has a higher glycemic index than apples.
Food types used in this article are Horned melon (Kiwano) and Apples, raw, with skin.
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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 | +700% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +116.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +15% |
| Contains more IronIron | +841.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1100% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +236.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +11.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +35% |
| 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 CVitamin C | +15.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +133.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +47.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +520.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +53.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +73.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
Protein:
0.26 g
Fats:
0.17 g
Carbs:
13.81 g
Water:
85.56 g
Other:
0.2 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +584.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +641.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +115% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +82.7% |
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Water
~85.56g
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 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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| Iron | 1.13mg | 0.12mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 2.4g | 10% | |
| Magnesium | 40mg | 5mg | 8% |
| Fructose | 5.9g | 7% | |
| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.04mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 37mg | 11mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.565mg | 0.091mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.78g | 0.26g | 3% |
| Fats | 1.26g | 0.17g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.2µg | 2% | |
| Carbs | 7.56g | 13.81g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.063mg | 0.041mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 0.061mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.18mg | 1% | |
| Choline | 3.4mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.026mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.017mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 4.6mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.02mg | 0.027mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 6mg | 1% |
| Calories | 44kcal | 52kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 7.56g | 11.41g | N/A |
| Potassium | 123mg | 107mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 10.39g | N/A | |
| Starch | 0.05g | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2mg | 1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 0.035mg | 0% |
| Folate | 3µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.028g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.007g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.051g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.001mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.013mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.012mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.001mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.012mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.005mg | 0% |
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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
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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 - 10.39g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.028g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Horned melon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food contains less Sodium?
Apple contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Apple is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Apple is cheaper (difference - $0.9)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.