Lentil vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between lentil and horned melon
- Lentil is higher than horned melon in folate, iron, copper, phosphorus, manganese, vitamin B1, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, potassium, and zinc.
- Lentil's daily need coverage for folate is 45% higher.
- Lentil has 13 times more manganese than horned melon. While lentil has 0.494mg of manganese, horned melon has only 0.039mg.
- Lentil has a lower glycemic index (29) than horned melon (48).
The food types used in this comparison are Lentils, mature seeds, cooked, boiled, without salt 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 | +46.2% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +200% |
| Contains more IronIron | +194.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1155% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +164.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +386.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1166.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +11.1% |
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 | +576% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +386.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +87.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +248.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +182.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +5933.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +253.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.02 g
Fats:
0.38 g
Carbs:
20.13 g
Water:
69.64 g
Other:
0.83 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +406.7% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +166.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +93% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +231.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +27.8% |
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 Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Folate | 181µg | 3µg | 45% |
| Fiber | 7.9g | 32% | |
| Iron | 3.33mg | 1.13mg | 28% |
| Copper | 0.251mg | 0.02mg | 26% |
| Manganese | 0.494mg | 0.039mg | 20% |
| Phosphorus | 180mg | 37mg | 20% |
| Protein | 9.02g | 1.78g | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.169mg | 0.025mg | 12% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.178mg | 0.063mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.638mg | 0.183mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 369mg | 123mg | 7% |
| Zinc | 1.27mg | 0.48mg | 7% |
| Choline | 32.7mg | 6% | |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.073mg | 0.015mg | 4% |
| Calories | 116kcal | 44kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 1.5mg | 5.3mg | 4% |
| Carbs | 20.13g | 7.56g | 4% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.06mg | 0.565mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.175g | 1% | |
| Calcium | 19mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 36mg | 40mg | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 1.7µg | 1% | |
| Fats | 0.38g | 1.26g | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.11mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 12.23g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.8g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 2mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.053g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.064g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.323mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.39mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.654mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.63mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.077mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.445mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.448mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.254mg | 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
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5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
46%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Lentil is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is cheaper?
Lentil is cheaper (difference - $0.3)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Lentil is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Lentil is relatively richer in vitamins
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 is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.053g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (2 mg)