Horned melon vs. Bell pepper — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between horned melon and bell peppers
- Horned melon has more iron and magnesium; however, bell peppers have more vitamin C, vitamin B6, and copper.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for bell peppers is 83% higher.
- Bell peppers have 4 times less magnesium than horned melon. Horned melon has 40mg of magnesium, while bell peppers have 10mg.
- Horned melon has a higher glycemic index than bell peppers.
Food types used in this article are Horned melon (Kiwano) and Peppers, sweet, green, raw.
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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 CalciumCalcium | +30% |
| Contains more IronIron | +232.4% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +269.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +85% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -33.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +42.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +230% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +212.8% |
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 B3Vitamin B3 | +17.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +84.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1417% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +157.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +128% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +86.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +255.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +233.3% |
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:
0.86 g
Fats:
0.17 g
Carbs:
4.64 g
Water:
93.89 g
Other:
0.44 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +107% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +641.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +62.9% |
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Water
~93.89g
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Other
~0.44g
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 Glycemic Index |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 80.4mg | 83% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.063mg | 0.224mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1.13mg | 0.34mg | 10% |
| Magnesium | 40mg | 10mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1.7g | 7% | |
| Vitamin K | 7.4µg | 6% | |
| Copper | 0.02mg | 0.066mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 0.122mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.13mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.057mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.78g | 0.86g | 2% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 175mg | 2% |
| Folate | 3µg | 10µg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 37mg | 20mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 0.099mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.37mg | 2% | |
| Fats | 1.26g | 0.17g | 2% |
| Choline | 5.5mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.565mg | 0.48mg | 1% |
| Calories | 44kcal | 20kcal | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.028mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 18µg | 1% |
| Carbs | 7.56g | 4.64g | 1% |
| Fructose | 1.12g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 7.56g | 2.94g | N/A |
| Calcium | 13mg | 10mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 2.4g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 2mg | 3mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.058g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.008g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.062g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.036mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.024mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.036mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.039mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.092mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.036mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.01mg | 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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31%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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9%
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 - 2.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.058g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Bell pepper is lower in glycemic index (difference - 16)
Which food is cheaper?
Bell pepper is cheaper (difference - $1.1)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Bell pepper 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.