Kohlrabi vs. Watermelon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the differences between kohlrabi and watermelon?
- Kohlrabi is higher in vitamin C, fiber, copper, vitamin B6, potassium, and phosphorus, yet watermelon is higher in vitamin A.
- Kohlrabi's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 60% more.
- Kohlrabi has 9 times more fiber than watermelon. While kohlrabi has 3.6g of fiber, watermelon has only 0.4g.
- The amount of sugar in kohlrabi is lower.
- The glycemic index of kohlrabi is lower.
We used Kohlrabi, raw and Watermelon, raw types in this article.
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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 | +90% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +242.9% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +212.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +66.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +207.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +318.2% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +265.8% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +75% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +233.3% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -95% |
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 CVitamin C | +665.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +860% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +51.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +124.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +233.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +433.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +1300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +33.9% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.7 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
6.2 g
Water:
91 g
Other:
1 g
Protein:
0.61 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
7.55 g
Water:
91.45 g
Other:
0.24 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +178.7% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +316.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +50% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +21.8% |
~equal in
Water
~91.45g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.013 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.007 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.048 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.016 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.037 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -18.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +428.6% |
~equal in
Polyunsaturated fat
~0.05g
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 62mg | 8.1mg | 60% |
| Fiber | 3.6g | 0.4g | 13% |
| Copper | 0.129mg | 0.042mg | 10% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.15mg | 0.045mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 112mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 46mg | 11mg | 5% |
| Fructose | 3.36g | 4% | |
| Manganese | 0.139mg | 0.038mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 2µg | 28µg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.48mg | 0.05mg | 3% |
| Folate | 16µg | 3µg | 3% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 7mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 19mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Protein | 1.7g | 0.61g | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 0.24mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.165mg | 0.221mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 0.178mg | 1% |
| Choline | 12.3mg | 4.1mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.033mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 0.4µg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.03mg | 0.1mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 1mg | 1% |
| Calories | 27kcal | 30kcal | 0% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 0.15g | 0% |
| Carbs | 6.2g | 7.55g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 2.6g | 7.15g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.6g | 6.2g | N/A |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.02mg | 0.021mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0.1µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.013g | 0.016g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.007g | 0.037g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.048g | 0.05g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.01mg | 0.007mg | 0% |
| Threonine | 0.049mg | 0.027mg | 0% |
| Isoleucine | 0.078mg | 0.019mg | 0% |
| Leucine | 0.067mg | 0.018mg | 0% |
| Lysine | 0.056mg | 0.062mg | 0% |
| Methionine | 0.013mg | 0.006mg | 0% |
| Phenylalanine | 0.039mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Valine | 0.05mg | 0.016mg | 0% |
| Histidine | 0.019mg | 0.006mg | 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
23%
6%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
15%
6%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Watermelon contains less Sodium (difference - 19mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Watermelon is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Kohlrabi is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.6g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Kohlrabi is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.003g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Kohlrabi is lower in glycemic index (difference - 56)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Kohlrabi is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Kohlrabi is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)