Melon vs. Ladyfinger — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between melon and ladyfinger?
- Melon is richer in vitamin C, yet ladyfinger is richer in iron, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, phosphorus, vitamin B1, vitamin B5, and folate.
- Ladyfinger's daily need coverage for cholesterol is 74% higher.
- Melon contains less saturated fat.
We used Melons, casaba, raw and Cookies, ladyfingers, without lemon juice and rind 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 PotassiumPotassium | +61.1% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -93.9% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +327.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +952.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +58.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +1528.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +3360% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +585.7% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +33.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +1793.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1280.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +806.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1228.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +862.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.11 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
6.58 g
Water:
91.85 g
Other:
0.36 g
Protein:
10.6 g
Fats:
9.1 g
Carbs:
59.7 g
Water:
19.5 g
Other:
1.1 g
| Contains more WaterWater | +371% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +855% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +9000% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +807.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +205.6% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.025 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.039 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
3.022 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
3.745 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.423 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.2% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +187150% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +3548.7% |
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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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 221mg | 74% |
| Iron | 0.34mg | 3.58mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.031mg | 0.428mg | 31% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 0.75µg | 31% |
| Phosphorus | 5mg | 173mg | 24% |
| Vitamin C | 21.8mg | 0mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.284mg | 22% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.084mg | 1.116mg | 21% |
| Protein | 1.11g | 10.6g | 19% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 167µg | 19% |
| Carbs | 6.58g | 59.7g | 18% |
| Folate | 8µg | 77µg | 17% |
| Calories | 28kcal | 363kcal | 17% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 9.1g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 0.025g | 3.022g | 14% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.232mg | 2.104mg | 12% |
| Zinc | 0.07mg | 1.14mg | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.039g | 1.423g | 9% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.002g | 3.745g | 9% |
| Manganese | 0.035mg | 0.24mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 147mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.095mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 47mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.163mg | 0.122mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 182mg | 113mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 2% | |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 1% | |
| Choline | 7.6mg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 5.68g | 58.7g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 12mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 5.69g | N/A | |
| Fiber | 0.9g | 1g | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.05mg | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.133mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.467mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.516mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.861mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.679mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.511mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.579mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.248mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.004g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.036g | N/A |
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
11%
39%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
7%
35%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 221mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melon contains less Sodium (difference - 138mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 2.997g)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Ladyfinger is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.69g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Ladyfinger is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is cheaper?
Ladyfinger is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Ladyfinger is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
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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.