Persimmon vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between persimmon and horned melon?
- Horned melon has less vitamin C, iron, and potassium than persimmon.
- Persimmon's daily need coverage for vitamin C is 67% higher.
- Persimmon has 3 times more potassium than horned melon. Persimmon has 310mg of potassium, while horned melon has 123mg.
- Horned melon has a lower glycemic index than persimmon.
We used Persimmons, native, raw and Horned melon (Kiwano) 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 CalciumCalcium | +107.7% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +152% |
| Contains more IronIron | +121.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +42.3% |
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 | +1145.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.8 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
33.5 g
Water:
64.4 g
Other:
0.9 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +343.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +109.3% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +122.5% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +215% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +38.2% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Sugar | Equal | ||
| Lower in Saturated fat | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 66mg | 5.3mg | 67% |
| Iron | 2.5mg | 1.13mg | 17% |
| Magnesium | 40mg | 10% | |
| Carbs | 33.5g | 7.56g | 9% |
| Potassium | 310mg | 123mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.063mg | 5% | |
| Calories | 127kcal | 44kcal | 4% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg | 4% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.565mg | 4% | |
| Zinc | 0.48mg | 4% | |
| Protein | 0.8g | 1.78g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.025mg | 2% | |
| Manganese | 0.039mg | 2% | |
| Phosphorus | 26mg | 37mg | 2% |
| Copper | 0.02mg | 2% | |
| Vitamin A | 7µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.015mg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 27mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.4g | 1.26g | 1% |
| Folate | 3µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 33.5g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Sodium | 1mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.014mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.041mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.035mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.058mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.045mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.007mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.036mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.042mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.016mg | 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
17%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
14%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Persimmon contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horned melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 13)
Which food is cheaper?
Horned melon is cheaper (difference - $1.6)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Horned melon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Horned melon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sugar?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sugar ( g)
Which food contains less Saturated fat?
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The foods are relatively equal in Saturated fat ( g)