Melon vs. Turkey meat — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are melon and turkey meat different?
- Melon is higher in vitamin C; however, turkey meat is richer in vitamin B3, selenium, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin B2, and vitamin B5.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B3 for turkey meat is 58% higher.
- Turkey meat has a lower glycemic index (0) than melon (62).
Melons, casaba, raw and Turkey, whole, meat and skin, cooked, roasted are the varieties used 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 less SodiumSodium | -91.3% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +150% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +172.7% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +27.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +31.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +220.6% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +55% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +3442.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +4360% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +7350% |
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 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +806.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +4026.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1028.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +277.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +12.5% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +1050% |
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:
28.55 g
Fats:
7.39 g
Carbs:
0.06 g
Water:
63.52 g
Other:
0.48 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +10866.7% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +44.6% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2472.1% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +7290% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.3% |
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
2.155 g
Monounsaturated Fat:
Mono. Fat
2.647 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
2.119 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated Fat | -98.8% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated Fat | +132250% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +5333.3% |
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 Sugar |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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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 price |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 28kcal | 189kcal |
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| Protein | 1.11g | 28.55g |
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| Fats | 0.1g | 7.39g |
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| Vitamin C | 21.8mg | 0mg |
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| Net carbs | 5.68g | 0.06g |
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| Carbs | 6.58g | 0.06g |
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| Cholesterol | 0mg | 109mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0IU | 15IU |
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| Magnesium | 11mg | 30mg |
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| Calcium | 11mg | 14mg |
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| Potassium | 182mg | 239mg |
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| Iron | 0.34mg | 1.09mg |
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| Sugar | 5.69g | 0g |
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| Fiber | 0.9g | 0g |
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| Copper | 0.06mg | 0.093mg |
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| Zinc | 0.07mg | 2.48mg |
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| Phosphorus | 5mg | 223mg |
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| Sodium | 9mg | 103mg |
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| Vitamin A | 0IU | 39IU |
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| Vitamin A | 0µg | 12µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.05mg | 0.07mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0µg | 0.4µg |
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| Manganese | 0.035mg | 0.014mg |
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| Selenium | 0.4µg | 29.8µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.045mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.031mg | 0.281mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 0.232mg | 9.573mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.084mg | 0.948mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.163mg | 0.616mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0µg | 1.02µg |
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| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 0µg |
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| Folate | 8µg | 9µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0g | 0.101g |
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| Choline | 7.6mg | 87.4mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.025g | 2.155g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.002g | 2.647g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.039g | 2.119g |
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| Tryptophan | 0.291mg |
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| Threonine | 1.004mg |
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| Isoleucine | 0.796mg |
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| Leucine | 1.925mg |
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| Lysine | 2.282mg |
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| Methionine | 0.724mg |
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| Phenylalanine | 0.903mg |
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| Valine | 0.902mg |
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| Histidine | 0.749mg |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-3 - DHA | 0g | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.105g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0g | 0.008g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.01g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.014g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 1.841g |
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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%
50%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
7%
46%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Turkey meat is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.69g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Turkey meat is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Turkey meat is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 109mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melon contains less Sodium (difference - 94mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Melon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 2.13g)
Which food is cheaper?
Melon is cheaper (difference - $1.4)