Porridge vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between porridge and horned melon
- Porridge has more iron and calcium; however, horned melon has more magnesium and vitamin C.
- Daily need coverage for iron for porridge is 33% higher.
- Horned melon has 7 times less calcium than porridge. Porridge has 87mg of calcium, while horned melon has 13mg.
- Porridge has a higher glycemic index than horned melon.
Food types used in this article are Cereals, CREAM OF WHEAT, regular (10 minute), cooked with water, without salt 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 | +569.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +231% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +100% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +700% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +668.8% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +269.2% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +146.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +∞% |
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 EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +120% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +157.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +384.6% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.44 g
Fats:
0.21 g
Carbs:
10.52 g
Water:
87.61 g
Other:
0.22 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +39.2% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +23.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +500% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +95.5% |
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Water
~88.97g
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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| Rich in vitamins | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Iron | 3.74mg | 1.13mg | 33% |
| Magnesium | 5mg | 40mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 87mg | 13mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.3mg | 6% |
| Selenium | 2.8µg | 5% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.013mg | 0.063mg | 4% |
| Phosphorus | 15mg | 37mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.13mg | 0.48mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.055mg | 0.025mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 16mg | 123mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% | |
| Copper | 0.04mg | 0.02mg | 2% |
| Fats | 0.21g | 1.26g | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.071mg | 0.183mg | 2% |
| Manganese | 0mg | 0.039mg | 2% |
| Folate | 12µg | 3µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 10.52g | 7.56g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.114g | 1% | |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Protein | 1.44g | 1.78g | 1% |
| Calories | 50kcal | 44kcal | 0% |
| Net carbs | 10.02g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.03g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 6mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.52mg | 0.565mg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0% | |
| Saturated fat | 0.033g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.028g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.045mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.063mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.11mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.037mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.078mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.07mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.033mg | 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
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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
21%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is cheaper?
Porridge is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
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 - 0.03g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 4mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.033g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horned melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 18)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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Which food is richer in vitamins?
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