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Horned melon vs. Graham cracker — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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The main differences between horned melon and graham cracker

  • Horned melon contains less manganese, iron, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, folate, phosphorus, vitamin B1, copper, and vitamin B6 than graham cracker.
  • Daily need coverage for manganese for graham cracker is 43% higher.
  • Horned melon is lower in sodium.
  • Graham cracker has a higher glycemic index than horned melon.

Food types used in this article are Horned melon (Kiwano) and Cookies, graham crackers, plain or honey (includes cinnamon).

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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 29% 23% 15% 142% 57% 26% 79% 60% 133% 34%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.6%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +492.3%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +38.2%
Contains more IronIron +234.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +750%
Contains more ZincZinc +100%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +400%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +2512.8%
~equal in Magnesium ~40mg

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% 0% 30% 0% 66% 73% 83% 25% 36% 0% 36% 68% 3.2%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +960%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +2013.3%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +685.7%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +129.5%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +147.6%
Contains more FolateFolate +2933.3%
~equal in Vitamin D ~0µg
~equal in Vitamin B12 ~0µg

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
7% 11% 78% 3%
Protein: 6.69 g
Fats: 10.6 g
Carbs: 77.66 g
Water: 3.39 g
Other: 1.66 g
Contains more WaterWater +2524.5%
Contains more ProteinProtein +275.8%
Contains more FatsFats +741.3%
Contains more CarbsCarbs +927.2%
Contains more OtherOther +286%

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 Graham cracker
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals ok
Rich in vitamins ok

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Horned melon Graham cracker DV% diff.
Manganese 0.039mg 1.019mg 43%
Polyunsaturated fat 5.388g 36%
Iron 1.13mg 3.78mg 33%
Vitamin B3 0.565mg 4.439mg 24%
Carbs 7.56g 77.66g 23%
Vitamin B2 0.015mg 0.317mg 23%
Folate 3µg 91µg 22%
Phosphorus 37mg 185mg 21%
Vitamin B1 0.025mg 0.265mg 20%
Sodium 2mg 459mg 20%
Starch 46.56g 19%
Calories 44kcal 430kcal 19%
Copper 0.02mg 0.17mg 17%
Fiber 3.4g 14%
Fats 1.26g 10.6g 14%
Vitamin K 14.3µg 12%
Selenium 6.3µg 11%
Vitamin E 1.51mg 10%
Protein 1.78g 6.69g 10%
Saturated fat 1.633g 7%
Vitamin B6 0.063mg 0.156mg 7%
Calcium 13mg 77mg 6%
Monounsaturated fat 2.509g 6%
Vitamin C 5.3mg 0mg 6%
Vitamin B5 0.183mg 0.42mg 5%
Zinc 0.48mg 0.96mg 4%
Potassium 123mg 170mg 1%
Fructose 0.99g 1%
Choline 5.9mg 1%
Vitamin A 7µg 0µg 1%
Net carbs 7.56g 74.26g N/A
Magnesium 40mg 40mg 0%
Sugar 24.85g N/A
Trans fat 0g 0.055g N/A
Omega-3 - ALA 0.599g N/A
Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid 0.024g N/A
Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid 0.004g N/A
Omega-6 - Linoleic acid 4.735g N/A

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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

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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
5%
Horned melon
32%
Graham cracker
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
Horned melon
60%
Graham cracker

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 24.85g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 457mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.633g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horned melon
Horned melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 26)
Which food is cheaper?
Graham cracker
Graham cracker is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Graham cracker
Graham cracker is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Graham cracker
Graham cracker is relatively richer in vitamins

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. Graham cracker - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/174957/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.