Pork chop vs. Melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between pork chop and melon
- Pork chop has more selenium, vitamin B3, vitamin B1, phosphorus, zinc, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, and vitamin B2, while melon has more vitamin C.
- Pork chop covers your daily need for selenium, 65% more than melon.
- The amount of cholesterol in melon is lower.
- Pork chop has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of pork chop is 0, while the glycemic index of melon is 62.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Pork, fresh, loin, blade (chops), bone-in, separable lean and fat, cooked, broiled and Melons, casaba, raw.
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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 | +81.8% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +409.1% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +73.1% |
| Contains more IronIron | +155.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +75% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +4400% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +4720% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +9000% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -87.8% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +250% |
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 | +320% |
| Contains more Vitamin DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +3166.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +909.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +3316.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +1214.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +788.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +2036.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +14250% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +33.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +∞% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +49.5% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +244250% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +4756.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -99.4% |
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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Selenium | 36.4µg | 0.4µg | 65% |
| Vitamin B3 | 7.927mg | 0.232mg | 48% |
| Protein | 23.72g | 1.11g | 45% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.49mg | 0.015mg | 40% |
| Phosphorus | 241mg | 5mg | 34% |
| Zinc | 3.15mg | 0.07mg | 28% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.66µg | 0µg | 28% |
| Cholesterol | 78mg | 0mg | 26% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.489mg | 0.163mg | 25% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 21.8mg | 24% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.313mg | 0.031mg | 22% |
| Fats | 14.35g | 0.1g | 22% |
| Saturated fat | 4.339g | 0.025g | 20% |
| Vitamin B5 | 1.104mg | 0.084mg | 20% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 4.887g | 0.002g | 12% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 1.894g | 0.039g | 12% |
| Choline | 67.5mg | 7.6mg | 11% |
| Calories | 231kcal | 28kcal | 10% |
| Iron | 0.87mg | 0.34mg | 7% |
| Vitamin D | 1µg | 0µg | 5% |
| Copper | 0.105mg | 0.06mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 11mg | 5% |
| Vitamin D | 40IU | 0IU | 5% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0.9g | 4% |
| Potassium | 315mg | 182mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 74mg | 9mg | 3% |
| Carbs | 0g | 6.58g | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0µg | 2.5µg | 2% |
| Folate | 0µg | 8µg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 20mg | 11mg | 2% |
| Vitamin E | 0.21mg | 0.05mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.01mg | 0.035mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 0g | 5.68g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0g | 5.69g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.066g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.282mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 1.043mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 1.123mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 1.952mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 2.109mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.65mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.985mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 1.2mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.965mg | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - DHA | 0.001g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.011g | 0g | N/A |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.065g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 0.922g | 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
51%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
53%
7%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Pork chop is lower in Sugar (difference - 5.69g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Pork chop is lower in glycemic index (difference - 62)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Pork chop is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pork chop is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 78mg)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melon contains less Sodium (difference - 65mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 4.314g)
Which food is cheaper?
Melon is cheaper (difference - $0.2)