Horned melon vs. Hot chocolate — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between horned melon and hot chocolate?
- Horned melon is richer in iron and vitamin C, yet hot chocolate is richer in vitamin B2, calcium, phosphorus, and copper.
- Hot chocolate's daily need coverage for vitamin B2 is 13% higher.
- Horned melon has 27 times more vitamin C than hot chocolate. Horned melon has 5.3mg of vitamin C, while hot chocolate has 0.2mg.
We used Horned melon (Kiwano) and Milk, chocolate beverage, hot cocoa, homemade types in this comparison.
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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 | +73.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +169% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +200% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +776.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +60.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +415% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +31.3% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +183.8% |
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 CVitamin C | +2550% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +324.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +57.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +628.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +56% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1113.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +79.2% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
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:
3.52 g
Fats:
2.34 g
Carbs:
10.74 g
Water:
82.45 g
Other:
0.95 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +97.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +85.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +42.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +120.9% |
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Water
~82.45g
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.49µg | 20% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.182mg | 13% |
| Phosphorus | 37mg | 105mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 114mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1.13mg | 0.42mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.02mg | 0.103mg | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.431g | 7% | |
| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 0.2mg | 6% |
| Vitamin D | 45IU | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1µg | 6% | |
| Selenium | 2.7µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 51µg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% | |
| Magnesium | 40mg | 23mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.565mg | 0.133mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.78g | 3.52g | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 0.328mg | 3% |
| Choline | 15.6mg | 3% | |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 2mg | 44mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.063mg | 0.04mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 197mg | 2% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.677g | 2% | |
| Fats | 1.26g | 2.34g | 2% |
| Calories | 44kcal | 77kcal | 2% |
| Folate | 3µg | 5µg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.084g | 1% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.039mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 0.013mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.63mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 7.56g | 10.74g | 1% |
| Caffeine | 2mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 7.56g | 9.74g | N/A |
| Sugar | 9.66g | N/A | |
| Vitamin E | 0.03mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K | 0.2µg | 0% | |
| Trans fat | 0g | 0.078g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.095mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.169mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.305mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.215mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.076mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.15mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.201mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.01g | 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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15%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
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Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hot chocolate is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Hot chocolate is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hot chocolate is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 9.66g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 42mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.431g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horned melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 3)