Horned melon vs. Jícama raw — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between horned melon and jícama raw
- Horned melon has more magnesium and iron; however, jícama raw has more vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin C for jícama raw is 17% higher.
- Jícama raw has 3 times less magnesium than horned melon. Horned melon has 40mg of magnesium, while jícama raw has 12mg.
- Horned melon has a higher glycemic index than jícama raw.
Food types used in this article are Horned melon (Kiwano) and Yambean (jicama), raw.
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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 | +233.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +88.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +200% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +105.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +22% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +140% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +53.8% |
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 AVitamin A | +600% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +25% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +182.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +35.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +50% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +281.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +93.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
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:
0.09 g
Carbs:
8.82 g
Water:
90.07 g
Other:
0.3 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +147.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1300% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +43.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +16.7% |
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Water
~90.07g
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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| Rich in minerals | Equal | ||
| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Fiber | 4.9g | 20% | |
| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 20.2mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 40mg | 12mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1.13mg | 0.6mg | 7% |
| Vitamin E | 0.46mg | 3% | |
| Copper | 0.02mg | 0.048mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.48mg | 0.16mg | 3% |
| Phosphorus | 37mg | 18mg | 3% |
| Protein | 1.78g | 0.72g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.565mg | 0.2mg | 2% |
| Fats | 1.26g | 0.09g | 2% |
| Choline | 13.6mg | 2% | |
| Folate | 3µg | 12µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.063mg | 0.042mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 0.06mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 1µg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 0.029mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 123mg | 150mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 0.135mg | 1% |
| Calories | 44kcal | 38kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 7.56g | 3.92g | N/A |
| Carbs | 7.56g | 8.82g | 0% |
| Calcium | 13mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1.8g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 2mg | 4mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.021g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.043g | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.026mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.017mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.022mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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9%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Jícama raw is lower in glycemic index (difference - 31)
Which food is cheaper?
Jícama raw is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 1.8g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.021g)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.