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Horned melon vs. Mackerel — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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Differences between horned melon and mackerel

  • Horned melon is higher in vitamin C; however, mackerel is richer in phosphorus, vitamin B6, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, potassium, copper, zinc, and calcium.
  • Mackerel's daily need coverage for sodium is 193% higher.
  • Horned melon has less sodium.
  • Mackerel has a lower glycemic index (0) than horned melon (48).

The food types used in this comparison are Horned melon (Kiwano) and Fish, mackerel, salted.

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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.
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 29% 3.9% 11% 42% 6.7% 13% 16% 0.26% 5.1% 0%
Magnesium Magnesium Calcium Calcium Potassium Potassium Iron Iron Copper Copper Zinc Zinc Phosphorus Phosphorus Sodium Sodium Manganese Manganese Selenium Selenium 43% 20% 46% 53% 33% 30% 109% 580% 0% 400%
Contains less SodiumSodium -100%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +∞%
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%

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.
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 18% 2.3% 0% 0% 6.3% 3.5% 11% 11% 15% 0% 0% 2.3% 0%
Vitamin C Vit. C Vitamin A Vit. A Vitamin E Vit. E Vitamin D Vit. D Vitamin B1 Vit. B1 Vitamin B2 Vit. B2 Vitamin B3 Vit. B3 Vitamin B5 Vit. B5 Vitamin B6 Vit. B6 Vitamin B12 Vit. B12 Vitamin K Vit. K Folate Folate Choline Choline 0% 16% 48% 378% 5% 44% 62% 0% 95% 1500% 20% 11% 55%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +25%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +571.4%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +1166.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +484.1%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +550.8%
Contains more FolateFolate +400%

Macronutrient Comparison

Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
2% 8% 89%
Protein: 1.78 g
Fats: 1.26 g
Carbs: 7.56 g
Water: 88.97 g
Other: 0.43 g
19% 25% 43% 13%
Protein: 18.5 g
Fats: 25.1 g
Carbs: 0 g
Water: 43 g
Other: 13.4 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +∞%
Contains more WaterWater +106.9%
Contains more ProteinProtein +939.3%
Contains more FatsFats +1892.1%
Contains more OtherOther +3016.3%

Comparison summary table

Pay attention to the rightmost column. It displays the amounts side by side, giving a clearer understanding of the difference.
Horned melon Mackerel
Rich in minerals ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Horned melon Mackerel DV% diff.
Vitamin B12 12µg 500%
Sodium 2mg 4450mg 193%
Selenium 73.4µg 133%
Vitamin D 25.2µg 126%
Vitamin D 1006IU 126%
Polyunsaturated fat 6.21g 41%
Fats 1.26g 25.1g 37%
Protein 1.78g 18.5g 33%
Cholesterol 95mg 32%
Saturated fat 7.148g 32%
Phosphorus 37mg 254mg 31%
Vitamin B6 0.063mg 0.41mg 27%
Monounsaturated fat 8.32g 21%
Choline 101.6mg 18%
Vitamin B3 0.565mg 3.3mg 17%
Vitamin E 2.38mg 16%
Vitamin B2 0.015mg 0.19mg 13%
Calories 44kcal 305kcal 13%
Potassium 123mg 520mg 12%
Copper 0.02mg 0.1mg 9%
Vitamin K 7.8µg 7%
Zinc 0.48mg 1.1mg 6%
Vitamin C 5.3mg 0mg 6%
Magnesium 40mg 60mg 5%
Calcium 13mg 66mg 5%
Vitamin A 7µg 47µg 4%
Vitamin B5 0.183mg 4%
Folate 3µg 15µg 3%
Iron 1.13mg 1.4mg 3%
Carbs 7.56g 0g 3%
Manganese 0.039mg 2%
Net carbs 7.56g 0g N/A
Vitamin B1 0.025mg 0.02mg 0%
Omega-3 - EPA 1.619g N/A
Omega-3 - DHA 2.965g N/A
Omega-3 - DPA 0.391g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Horned melon Mackerel
Low Calories diet ok
Low Fats diet ok
Low Carbs diet ok
Low Glycemic Index diet ok

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
5%
Horned melon
172%
Mackerel
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
Horned melon
131%
Mackerel

Comparison summary

Which food is richer in minerals?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Mackerel
Mackerel is lower in glycemic index (difference - 48)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Mackerel
Mackerel is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 95mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 4448mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.148g)
Which food is cheaper?
Horned melon
Horned melon is cheaper (difference - $5.6)

References

All the values for which the sources are not specified explicitly are taken from FDA’s Food Central. The exact link to the food presented on this page can be found below.

  1. Horned melon - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/167791/nutrients
  2. Mackerel - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/168149/nutrients

All the Daily Values are presented for males aged 31-50, for 2000-calorie diets.

Data provided by FoodStruct.com should be considered and used as information only. Please consult your physician before beginning any diet.