Monterey Jack vs. Melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are monterey Jack and melon different?
- Monterey Jack is richer in calcium, phosphorus, vitamin B12, vitamin B2, zinc, and selenium, while melon is higher in vitamin C.
- Monterey Jack covers your daily need for saturated fat, 95% more than melon.
- Melon is lower in cholesterol.
- Melon has a higher glycemic index (62) than monterey Jack (27).
Cheese, monterey and Melons, casaba, raw types were 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 more MagnesiumMagnesium | +145.5% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +6681.8% |
| Contains more IronIron | +111.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +4185.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +8780% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +3525% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +124.7% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +87.5% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -98.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +218.2% |
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 AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +420% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1158.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +150% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +125% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +102.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +149.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +106.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
24.48 g
Fats:
30.28 g
Carbs:
0.68 g
Water:
41.01 g
Other:
3.55 g
Protein:
1.11 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
6.58 g
Water:
91.85 g
Other:
0.36 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2105.4% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +30180% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +886.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +867.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +124% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
19.066 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
8.751 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.899 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.025 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.039 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +437450% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +2205.1% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.9% |
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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| Saturated fat | 19.066g | 0.025g | 87% |
| Calcium | 746mg | 11mg | 74% |
| Phosphorus | 444mg | 5mg | 63% |
| Protein | 24.48g | 1.11g | 47% |
| Fats | 30.28g | 0.1g | 46% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.83µg | 0µg | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 89mg | 0mg | 30% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.39mg | 0.031mg | 28% |
| Zinc | 3mg | 0.07mg | 27% |
| Selenium | 14.5µg | 0.4µg | 26% |
| Sodium | 600mg | 9mg | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 21.8mg | 24% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 8.751g | 0.002g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 198µg | 0µg | 22% |
| Calories | 373kcal | 28kcal | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.079mg | 0.163mg | 6% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.899g | 0.039g | 6% |
| Iron | 0.72mg | 0.34mg | 5% |
| Magnesium | 27mg | 11mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.9g | 4% |
| Folate | 18µg | 8µg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 22IU | 0IU | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.21mg | 0.084mg | 3% |
| Copper | 0.032mg | 0.06mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 81mg | 182mg | 3% |
| Vitamin D | 0.6µg | 0µg | 3% |
| Carbs | 0.68g | 6.58g | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.093mg | 0.232mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.011mg | 0.035mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.26mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Choline | 15.4mg | 7.6mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0.68g | 5.68g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 5.69g | N/A |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.015mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 2.5µg | 2.5µg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.315mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.871mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.519mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 2.344mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.037mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.641mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 1.289mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.635mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.859mg | 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
26%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
72%
7%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Monterey Jack is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.19g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Monterey Jack is lower in glycemic index (difference - 35)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Monterey Jack is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Monterey Jack is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 89mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melon contains less Sodium (difference - 591mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 19.041g)
Which food is cheaper?
Melon is cheaper (difference - $3.4)