Horned melon vs. Java plum — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between Horned melon and Java plum?
- Horned melon is richer in Iron, and Magnesium, yet Java plum is richer in Vitamin C.
- Horned melon's daily need coverage for Iron is 12% higher.
- Horned melon has 3 times more Magnesium than Java plum. Horned melon has 40mg of Magnesium, while Java plum has 15mg.
We used Horned melon (Kiwano) and Java-plum, (jambolan), raw 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 | +166.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +55.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +494.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +∞% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +∞% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +117.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -85.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +46.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +4800% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +316.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +117.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +65.8% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +169.8% |
~equal in
Vitamin D
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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:
0.72 g
Fats:
0.23 g
Carbs:
15.56 g
Water:
83.13 g
Other:
0.36 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +147.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +447.8% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +19.4% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +105.8% |
~equal in
Water
~83.13g
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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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated Fat | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 44kcal | 60kcal |
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| Protein | 1.78g | 0.72g |
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| Fats | 1.26g | 0.23g |
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| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 14.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 7.56g | 15.56g |
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| Carbs | 7.56g | 15.56g |
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| Magnesium | 40mg | 15mg |
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| Calcium | 13mg | 19mg |
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| Potassium | 123mg | 79mg |
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| Iron | 1.13mg | 0.19mg |
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| Copper | 0.02mg |
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| Zinc | 0.48mg |
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| Phosphorus | 37mg | 17mg |
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| Sodium | 2mg | 14mg |
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| Vitamin A | 147IU | 3IU |
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| Vitamin A | 7µg | 0µg |
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| Manganese | 0.039mg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.006mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.012mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.565mg | 0.26mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.063mg | 0.038mg |
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| Folate | 3µg |
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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
6%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
4%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Java plum is lower in glycemic index (difference - 48)
Which food is cheaper?
Java plum is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 12mg)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Horned melon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Horned melon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food contains less Saturated Fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated Fat ( g)