Pumpkin vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between pumpkin and horned melon
- Pumpkin has more vitamin A, copper, vitamin B2, and potassium, while horned melon has more magnesium.
- Pumpkin covers your daily need for vitamin A, 167% more than horned melon.
- Pumpkin contains 7 times more vitamin B2 than horned melon. While pumpkin contains 0.11mg of vitamin B2, horned melon contains only 0.015mg.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Pumpkin, raw 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 | +61.5% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +176.4% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +535% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +18.9% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +220.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +233.3% |
| Contains more IronIron | +41.3% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +50% |
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 | +69.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +5985.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +633.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +62.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +433.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
6.5 g
Water:
91.6 g
Other:
0.8 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more OtherOther | +86% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +78% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +1160% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +16.3% |
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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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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin A | 426µg | 7µg | 47% |
| Copper | 0.127mg | 0.02mg | 12% |
| Vitamin E | 1.06mg | 7% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.11mg | 0.015mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 40mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 340mg | 123mg | 6% |
| Manganese | 0.125mg | 0.039mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 1.13mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 5.3mg | 4% |
| Folate | 16µg | 3µg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.298mg | 0.183mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.5g | 2% | |
| Protein | 1g | 1.78g | 2% |
| Fats | 0.1g | 1.26g | 2% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.025mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 1.1µg | 1% | |
| Choline | 8.2mg | 1% | |
| Selenium | 0.3µg | 1% | |
| Calories | 26kcal | 44kcal | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 44mg | 37mg | 1% |
| Zinc | 0.32mg | 0.48mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 13mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 6.5g | 7.56g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 6g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.76g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 1mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 0.565mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.061mg | 0.063mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.052g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.013g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.005g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.012mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.029mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.046mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.011mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.032mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.035mg | 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
23%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
16%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Pumpkin contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Pumpkin is cheaper (difference - $1.2)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Pumpkin 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 - 2.76g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.052g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horned melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
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It cannot be stated which food is richer in vitamins. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information. See the charts below for detailed information.