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Horned melon vs. Monterey Jack — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison

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What are the main differences between horned melon and monterey Jack?

  • Horned melon is richer in vitamin C and iron, yet monterey Jack is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B2, zinc, and vitamin A.
  • Monterey Jack's daily need coverage for calcium is 73% higher.
  • Horned melon contains less sodium.
  • Monterey Jack has a lower glycemic index than horned melon.

We used Horned melon (Kiwano) and Cheese, monterey 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.
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 19% 224% 7.1% 27% 11% 82% 190% 78% 1.4% 79%
Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium +48.1%
Contains more PotassiumPotassium +51.9%
Contains more IronIron +56.9%
Contains less SodiumSodium -99.7%
Contains more ManganeseManganese +254.5%
Contains more CalciumCalcium +5638.5%
Contains more CopperCopper +60%
Contains more ZincZinc +525%
Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus +1100%

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% 66% 5.2% 9% 3.8% 90% 1.7% 13% 18% 104% 6.3% 14% 8.4%
Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C +∞%
Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 +66.7%
Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 +507.5%
Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A +2728.6%
Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 +2500%
Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 +14.8%
Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 +25.4%
Contains more FolateFolate +500%

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
24% 30% 41% 4%
Protein: 24.48 g
Fats: 30.28 g
Carbs: 0.68 g
Water: 41.01 g
Other: 3.55 g
Contains more CarbsCarbs +1011.8%
Contains more WaterWater +116.9%
Contains more ProteinProtein +1275.3%
Contains more FatsFats +2303.2%
Contains more OtherOther +725.6%

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 Monterey Jack
Lower in Glycemic Index ok
Rich in vitamins ok
Lower in Cholesterol ok
Lower in Sugar ok
Lower in Sodium ok
Lower in Saturated fat ok
Lower in price ok
Rich in minerals Equal

All nutrients comparison - raw data values

Nutrient Horned melon Monterey Jack DV% diff.
Saturated fat 19.066g 87%
Calcium 13mg 746mg 73%
Phosphorus 37mg 444mg 58%
Fats 1.26g 30.28g 45%
Protein 1.78g 24.48g 45%
Vitamin B12 0.83µg 35%
Cholesterol 89mg 30%
Vitamin B2 0.015mg 0.39mg 29%
Selenium 14.5µg 26%
Sodium 2mg 600mg 26%
Zinc 0.48mg 3mg 23%
Monounsaturated fat 8.751g 22%
Vitamin A 7µg 198µg 21%
Calories 44kcal 373kcal 16%
Vitamin C 5.3mg 0mg 6%
Polyunsaturated fat 0.899g 6%
Iron 1.13mg 0.72mg 5%
Folate 3µg 18µg 4%
Vitamin D 0.6µg 3%
Magnesium 40mg 27mg 3%
Choline 15.4mg 3%
Vitamin D 22IU 3%
Vitamin B3 0.565mg 0.093mg 3%
Vitamin K 2.5µg 2%
Carbs 7.56g 0.68g 2%
Vitamin E 0.26mg 2%
Copper 0.02mg 0.032mg 1%
Vitamin B6 0.063mg 0.079mg 1%
Vitamin B5 0.183mg 0.21mg 1%
Vitamin B1 0.025mg 0.015mg 1%
Manganese 0.039mg 0.011mg 1%
Potassium 123mg 81mg 1%
Net carbs 7.56g 0.68g N/A
Sugar 0.5g N/A
Tryptophan 0.315mg 0%
Threonine 0.871mg 0%
Isoleucine 1.519mg 0%
Leucine 2.344mg 0%
Lysine 2.037mg 0%
Methionine 0.641mg 0%
Phenylalanine 1.289mg 0%
Valine 1.635mg 0%
Histidine 0.859mg 0%

Which food is preferable for your diet?

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is better in case of low diet
Horned melon Monterey Jack
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
26%
Monterey Jack
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
13%
Horned melon
72%
Monterey Jack

Comparison summary

Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Monterey Jack
Monterey Jack is lower in glycemic index (difference - 21)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Monterey Jack
Monterey Jack is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 89mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.5g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 598mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 19.066g)
Which food is cheaper?
Horned melon
Horned melon is cheaper (difference - $2.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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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.

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. Monterey Jack - https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/170844/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.