Rice vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between rice and horned melon?
- Rice is richer in manganese, folate, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, and copper, yet horned melon is richer in magnesium and vitamin C.
- Rice's daily need coverage for manganese is 19% higher.
- Rice has 19 times more folate than horned melon. Rice has 58µg of folate, while horned melon has 3µg.
- Horned melon has a lower glycemic index than rice.
We used Rice, white, long-grain, regular, enriched, cooked 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 CopperCopper | +245% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +16.2% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -50% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1110.3% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +233.3% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +30% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +251.4% |
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 | +552% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +161.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +113.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +47.6% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1833.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +15.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
2.69 g
Fats:
0.28 g
Carbs:
28.17 g
Water:
68.44 g
Other:
0.42 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +51.1% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +272.6% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +350% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +30% |
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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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| Manganese | 0.472mg | 0.039mg | 19% |
| Selenium | 7.5µg | 14% | |
| Folate | 58µg | 3µg | 14% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.163mg | 0.025mg | 12% |
| Carbs | 28.17g | 7.56g | 7% |
| Magnesium | 12mg | 40mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 5.3mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.476mg | 0.565mg | 6% |
| Copper | 0.069mg | 0.02mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.39mg | 0.183mg | 4% |
| Calories | 130kcal | 44kcal | 4% |
| Potassium | 35mg | 123mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% | |
| Protein | 2.69g | 1.78g | 2% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.093mg | 0.063mg | 2% |
| Fats | 0.28g | 1.26g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 7µg | 1% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 1.13mg | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 43mg | 37mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.076g | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 27.77g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Calcium | 10mg | 13mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.05g | N/A | |
| Zinc | 0.49mg | 0.48mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.04mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.013mg | 0.015mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.077g | 0% | |
| Choline | 2.1mg | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.088g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.031mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.096mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.222mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.097mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.063mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.144mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.164mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.063mg | 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
12%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
22%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food contains less Sodium?
Rice contains less Sodium (difference - 1mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Rice is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Rice 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 - 0.05g)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.077g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horned melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
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.