Horned melon vs. Banana melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between Horned melon and Banana melon
- The amount of Iron, and Magnesium in Horned melon is higher than in Banana melon.
- Horned melon covers your daily need of Iron 12% more than Banana melon.
- Horned melon contains 4 times more Phosphorus than Banana melon. While Horned melon contains 37mg of Phosphorus, Banana melon contains only 9mg.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Horned melon (Kiwano) and Melon, banana (Navajo).
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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 | +300% |
| Contains more IronIron | +438.1% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +242.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +311.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +13.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +75% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +22.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +161.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +26% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +52.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +20% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +566.7% |
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:
0.84 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
4.06 g
Water:
94.66 g
Other:
0.24 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +111.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +530% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +86.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +79.2% |
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Water
~94.66g
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 Cholesterol | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated Fat | Equal | ||
| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 44kcal | 21kcal |
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| Protein | 1.78g | 0.84g |
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| Fats | 1.26g | 0.2g |
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| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 8.1mg |
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| Net carbs | 7.56g | 3.76g |
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| Carbs | 7.56g | 4.06g |
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| Magnesium | 40mg | 10mg |
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| Calcium | 13mg | 13mg | |
| Potassium | 123mg | 140mg |
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| Iron | 1.13mg | 0.21mg |
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| Sugar | 3.36g |
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| Fiber | 0.3g |
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| Copper | 0.02mg | 0.035mg |
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| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.14mg |
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| Phosphorus | 37mg | 9mg |
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| Sodium | 2mg | 11mg |
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| Vitamin A | 147IU |
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| Vitamin A RAE | 7µg |
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| Manganese | 0.039mg | 0.036mg |
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| Selenium | 0.4µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.02mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.018mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.565mg | 0.46mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 0.07mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.063mg | 0.05mg |
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| Vitamin K | 4.9µg |
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| Folate | 3µg | 20µg |
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| Fructose | 2.06g |
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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
6%
7%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.36g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Banana melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 48)
Which food is cheaper?
Banana melon is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol ( mg)
Which food contains less Saturated Fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated Fat ( g)
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.
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.