Horned melon vs. Fruitcake — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between horned melon and fruitcake
- Horned melon is higher in magnesium and vitamin C; however, fruitcake is richer in iron, manganese, and vitamin B2.
- Fruitcake's daily need coverage for iron is 12% higher.
- Horned melon has 11 times more vitamin C than fruitcake. While horned melon has 5.3mg of vitamin C, fruitcake has only 0.5mg.
- Horned melon has less sodium.
The food types used in this comparison are Horned melon (Kiwano) and Cake, fruitcake, commercially prepared.
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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 | +150% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +77.8% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +153.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +24.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +83.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +150% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +40.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +464.1% |
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 | +960% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +37% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +560% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +23.5% |
| 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:
2.9 g
Fats:
9.1 g
Carbs:
61.6 g
Water:
25.3 g
Other:
1.1 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +251.7% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +62.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +622.2% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +714.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +155.8% |
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 Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.323g | 22% | |
| Carbs | 7.56g | 61.6g | 18% |
| Fiber | 3.7g | 15% | |
| Calories | 44kcal | 324kcal | 14% |
| Fats | 1.26g | 9.1g | 12% |
| Iron | 1.13mg | 2.07mg | 12% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.2g | 11% | |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 0.22mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.099mg | 6% |
| Vitamin E | 0.9mg | 6% | |
| Magnesium | 40mg | 16mg | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 1.048g | 5% | |
| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 0.5mg | 5% |
| Folate | 3µg | 20µg | 4% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 101mg | 4% |
| Selenium | 2µg | 4% | |
| Copper | 0.02mg | 0.05mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.78g | 2.9g | 2% |
| Choline | 8.9mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.05mg | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 37mg | 52mg | 2% |
| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.27mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 33mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.565mg | 0.791mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 0.226mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.063mg | 0.046mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.5µg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 123mg | 153mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 7.56g | 57.9g | N/A |
| Sugar | 27.42g | N/A | |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 7µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.01µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.102mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.121mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.206mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.121mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.059mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.14mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.071mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | N/A |
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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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9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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21%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 5mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 27.42g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 99mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.048g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horned melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 5)
Which food is cheaper?
Fruitcake is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Fruitcake is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Fruitcake is relatively richer in vitamins