Prunes vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Important differences between prunes and horned melon
- Prunes have more copper, potassium, vitamin B2, vitamin A, manganese, vitamin B6, and vitamin B3; however, horned melon is richer in vitamin C.
- Prunes' daily need coverage for copper is 29% more.
- Prunes contain 12 times more vitamin B2 than horned melon. Prunes contain 0.186mg of vitamin B2, while horned melon contains 0.015mg.
- Horned melon has a higher glycemic index. The glycemic index of horned melon is 48, while the glycemic index of prunes is 29.
The food varieties used in the comparison are Plums, dried (prunes), uncooked and Horned melon (Kiwano).
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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 | +230.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +495.1% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +1305% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +86.5% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +666.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more IronIron | +21.5% |
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 | +457.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +104% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1140% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +233.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +130.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +225.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +33.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +783.3% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.18 g
Fats:
0.38 g
Carbs:
63.88 g
Water:
30.92 g
Other:
2.64 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +22.5% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +745% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +514% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +231.6% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +187.7% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 59.5µg | 50% | |
| Copper | 0.281mg | 0.02mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 7.1g | 28% | |
| Carbs | 63.88g | 7.56g | 19% |
| Potassium | 732mg | 123mg | 18% |
| Fructose | 12.45g | 16% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.186mg | 0.015mg | 13% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.205mg | 0.063mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.299mg | 0.039mg | 11% |
| Calories | 240kcal | 44kcal | 10% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.882mg | 0.565mg | 8% |
| Phosphorus | 69mg | 37mg | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 0.6mg | 5.3mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.422mg | 0.183mg | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 39µg | 7µg | 4% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 13mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.93mg | 1.13mg | 3% |
| Vitamin E | 0.43mg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.051mg | 0.025mg | 2% |
| Choline | 10.1mg | 2% | |
| Starch | 5.11g | 2% | |
| Fats | 0.38g | 1.26g | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.3µg | 1% | |
| Protein | 2.18g | 1.78g | 1% |
| Net carbs | 56.78g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 41mg | 40mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 38.13g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.44mg | 0.48mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 2mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Folate | 4µg | 3µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.088g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.053g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.062g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.025mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.049mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.041mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.066mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.05mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.052mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.056mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.027mg | 0% |
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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%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
32%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Prunes is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Prunes is lower in glycemic index (difference - 19)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Prunes is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 38.13g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.088g)
Which food is cheaper?
Horned melon is cheaper (difference - $0.6)
Which food contains less Sodium?
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The foods are relatively equal in Sodium (2 mg)