Melon vs. Rib eye steak — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Significant differences between melon and rib eye steak
- Melon has more vitamin C; however, rib eye steak is richer in vitamin B12, selenium, zinc, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, iron, and phosphorus.
- Rib eye steak covers your daily vitamin B12 needs 88% more than melon.
- Melon contains less saturated fat.
- Melon has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of melon is 62, while the glycemic index of rib eye steak is 0.
Specific food types used in this comparison are Melons, casaba, raw and Beef, rib eye steak, boneless, lip-on, separable lean and fat, trimmed to 1/8" fat, all grades, cooked, grilled.
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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 less SodiumSodium | -83.3% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +100% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +42.9% |
| Contains more IronIron | +558.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +33.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +8342.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +2940% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +128.6% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +7325% |
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 KVitamin K | +56.3% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +373.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +825.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2015.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +538.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +192.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +542.1% |
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:
23.69 g
Fats:
21.81 g
Carbs:
0 g
Water:
54.49 g
Other:
0.01 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +68.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +3500% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2034.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +21710% |
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
9.684 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
10.519 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
1.027 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.7% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +525850% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2533.3% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 2.1µg | 88% |
| Zinc | 0.07mg | 5.91mg | 53% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 29.7µg | 53% |
| Protein | 1.11g | 23.69g | 45% |
| Saturated fat | 0.025g | 9.684g | 44% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 21.81g | 33% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.232mg | 4.908mg | 29% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 80mg | 27% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.002g | 10.519g | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 21.8mg | 0mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.163mg | 0.477mg | 24% |
| Iron | 0.34mg | 2.24mg | 24% |
| Phosphorus | 5mg | 152mg | 21% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.031mg | 0.287mg | 20% |
| Calories | 28kcal | 291kcal | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.084mg | 0.536mg | 9% |
| Choline | 7.6mg | 48.8mg | 7% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.039g | 1.027g | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.071mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.9g | 0g | 4% |
| Magnesium | 11mg | 22mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0.035mg | 0.08mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 9mg | 54mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 182mg | 260mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 6.58g | 0g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.2µg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0IU | 7IU | 1% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 1.6µg | 1% |
| Folate | 8µg | 6µg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 5.68g | 0g | N/A |
| Calcium | 11mg | 11mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 5.69g | 0g | N/A |
| Vitamin E | 0.05mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0g | 1.478g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.265mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.116mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.103mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.041mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.269mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.641mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.95mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.184mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.888mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.001g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.038g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.014g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.024g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.005g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.7g | 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
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48%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
7%
56%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Rib eye steak is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.69g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Rib eye steak is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Rib eye steak is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Rib eye steak is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 80mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melon contains less Sodium (difference - 45mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 9.659g)
Which food is cheaper?
Melon is cheaper (difference - $1.4)