Hot dog vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between hot dogs and horned melon
- Hot dogs are higher in phosphorus, vitamin B3, calcium, copper, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, and zinc; however, horned melon is richer in magnesium and vitamin C.
- Hot dogs' daily need coverage for sodium is 47% higher.
- Hot dogs have 8 times more vitamin B2 than horned melon. While hot dogs have 0.121mg of vitamin B2, horned melon has only 0.015mg.
- Horned melon has less sodium.
- Hot dogs have a lower glycemic index (28) than horned melon (48).
The food types used in this comparison are Frankfurter, meat and Horned melon (Kiwano).
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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 CalciumCalcium | +661.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +23.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +385% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +150% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +456.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +15.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +166.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.8% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +706.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +371.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +69.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +163.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
10.26 g
Fats:
25.76 g
Carbs:
4.17 g
Water:
56.31 g
Other:
3.5 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +476.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1944.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +714% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +81.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +58% |
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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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 1.57µg | 65% | |
| Sodium | 1090mg | 2mg | 47% |
| Fats | 25.76g | 1.26g | 38% |
| Saturated fat | 7.666g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.404g | 29% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 11.386g | 28% | |
| Cholesterol | 77mg | 26% | |
| Phosphorus | 206mg | 37mg | 24% |
| Selenium | 12.5µg | 23% | |
| Protein | 10.26g | 1.78g | 17% |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.665mg | 0.565mg | 13% |
| Calories | 290kcal | 44kcal | 12% |
| Copper | 0.097mg | 0.02mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 99mg | 13mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.121mg | 0.015mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.166mg | 0.063mg | 8% |
| Zinc | 1.2mg | 0.48mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 15mg | 40mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.3mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.31mg | 0.183mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.025mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.19mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Folate | 6µg | 3µg | 1% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 123mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 4.17g | 7.56g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 4.17g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Iron | 1.09mg | 1.13mg | 0% |
| Manganese | 0.045mg | 0.039mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.474mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.53mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.907mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.963mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.291mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.445mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.555mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.331mg | 0% |
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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
27%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Hot dog is lower in glycemic index (difference - 20)
Which food is cheaper?
Hot dog is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Hot dog is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Hot dog is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 77mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 1088mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 7.666g)
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)