Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) vs. Melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Differences between saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) and melon
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) has more iron, vitamin B1, vitamin B3, vitamin B2, folate, manganese, vitamin K, and selenium, while melon has more vitamin C.
- Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup)'s daily need coverage for iron is 65% higher.
- Melon contains 105 times less sodium than saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup). Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) contains 941mg of sodium, while melon contains 9mg.
- Melon has a lower glycemic index. The glycemic index of melon is 62, while the glycemic index of saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is 74.
The food types used in this comparison are Crackers, saltines (includes oyster, soda, soup) 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 | +109.1% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +72.7% |
| Contains more IronIron | +1538.2% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +131.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +885.7% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +1940% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +1860% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +2475% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +19.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99% |
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 | +2200% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +4580% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +1471% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +2676.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +538.1% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +916% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +1575% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +119.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +89.5% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
9.46 g
Fats:
8.64 g
Carbs:
74.05 g
Water:
5.05 g
Other:
2.8 g
Protein:
1.11 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
6.58 g
Water:
91.85 g
Other:
0.36 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +752.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +8540% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +1025.4% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +677.8% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +1718.8% |
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
1.653 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
1.986 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
4.835 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.025 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.002 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.039 g
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +99200% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +12297.4% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -98.5% |
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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| Iron | 5.57mg | 0.34mg | 65% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.702mg | 0.015mg | 57% |
| Sodium | 941mg | 9mg | 41% |
| Vitamin B3 | 6.442mg | 0.232mg | 39% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.487mg | 0.031mg | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 4.835g | 0.039g | 32% |
| Folate | 134µg | 8µg | 32% |
| Starch | 67.83g | 28% | |
| Manganese | 0.686mg | 0.035mg | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 21.8mg | 24% |
| Carbs | 74.05g | 6.58g | 22% |
| Calories | 418kcal | 28kcal | 20% |
| Vitamin K | 25.4µg | 2.5µg | 19% |
| Selenium | 10.3µg | 0.4µg | 18% |
| Protein | 9.46g | 1.11g | 17% |
| Phosphorus | 102mg | 5mg | 14% |
| Fats | 8.64g | 0.1g | 13% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.536mg | 0.084mg | 9% |
| Copper | 0.139mg | 0.06mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 2.8g | 0.9g | 8% |
| Vitamin E | 1.15mg | 0.05mg | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.653g | 0.025g | 7% |
| Zinc | 0.69mg | 0.07mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.086mg | 0.163mg | 6% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 1.986g | 0.002g | 5% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.09µg | 0µg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 11mg | 3% |
| Choline | 16.7mg | 7.6mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 152mg | 182mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Net carbs | 71.25g | 5.68g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.29g | 5.69g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0.167g | 0g | N/A |
| Tryptophan | 0.116mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.268mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.333mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.652mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.172mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.147mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.45mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.399mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.197mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 0.19g | 0% | |
| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.535g | N/A | |
| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.018g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.003g | N/A | |
| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 4.25g | 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
62%
7%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is lower in Sugar (difference - 4.4g)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Saltine cracker (includes oyster, soda, soup) is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melon contains less Sodium (difference - 932mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 1.628g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 12)
Which food is cheaper?
Melon is cheaper (difference - $1.8)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)