Ice cream vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between ice cream and horned melon?
- Ice cream is richer in vitamin B2, calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B5, and vitamin A, yet horned melon is richer in iron, magnesium, and vitamin C.
- Ice cream's daily need coverage for vitamin B2 is 17% higher.
- Ice cream has 10 times more calcium than horned melon. Ice cream has 128mg of calcium, while horned melon has 13mg.
- Horned melon has a lower glycemic index than ice cream.
We used Ice creams, vanilla and Horned melon (Kiwano) 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 CalciumCalcium | +884.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +61.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +15% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +43.8% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +183.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +185.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1155.6% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -97.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +387.5% |
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 | +1585.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +64% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1500% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +217.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +66.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +783.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +387.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +31.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
3.5 g
Fats:
11 g
Carbs:
23.6 g
Water:
61 g
Other:
0.9 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +96.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +773% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +212.2% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +109.3% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +45.9% |
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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| Saturated fat | 6.79g | 31% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.24mg | 0.015mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.39µg | 16% | |
| Fats | 11g | 1.26g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 0.09mg | 1.13mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 118µg | 7µg | 12% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 13mg | 12% |
| Phosphorus | 105mg | 37mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.581mg | 0.183mg | 8% |
| Calories | 207kcal | 44kcal | 8% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 2.969g | 7% | |
| Magnesium | 14mg | 40mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 23.6g | 7.56g | 5% |
| Choline | 26mg | 5% | |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 5.3mg | 5% |
| Protein | 3.5g | 1.78g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.452g | 3% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.116mg | 0.565mg | 3% |
| Selenium | 1.8µg | 3% | |
| Fiber | 0.7g | 3% | |
| Sodium | 80mg | 2mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 199mg | 123mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.3mg | 2% | |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.48mg | 2% |
| Vitamin D | 8IU | 1% | |
| Manganese | 0.008mg | 0.039mg | 1% |
| Folate | 5µg | 3µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.2µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.048mg | 0.063mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.041mg | 0.025mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 22.9g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 21.22g | N/A | |
| Copper | 0.023mg | 0.02mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.3µg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.045mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.146mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.195mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.316mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.258mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.157mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.217mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.088mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.003g | N/A |
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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
18%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ice cream is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Ice cream is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Ice cream is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 44mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 21.22g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 78mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 6.79g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horned melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 14)