Taco vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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Summary of differences between taco and horned melon
- Taco has more phosphorus, zinc, manganese, calcium, vitamin B3, and copper, while horned melon has more vitamin C.
- Taco covers your daily need for phosphorus 20% more than horned melon.
- Taco contains 199 times more Sodium than horned melon. While taco contains 397mg of Sodium, horned melon contains only 2mg.
- The amount of sodium in horned melon is lower.
These are the specific foods used in this comparison Fast foods, taco with beef, cheese and lettuce, hard shell 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 | +584.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +69.9% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +285% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +264.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +381.1% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +538.5% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +25% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -99.5% |
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 DVitamin D | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +300% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +192% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +42.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin B12Vitamin B12 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +533.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +1225% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +12.2% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
8.86 g
Fats:
12.7 g
Carbs:
19.85 g
Water:
57.02 g
Other:
1.57 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +397.8% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +907.9% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +162.6% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +265.1% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +56% |
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 Glycemic Index |
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| Lower in price |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Lower in Cholesterol |
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| Lower in Sugar |
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| Lower in Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated Fat |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Calories | 226kcal | 44kcal |
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| Protein | 8.86g | 1.78g |
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| Fats | 12.7g | 1.26g |
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| Vitamin C | 0.4mg | 5.3mg |
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| Net carbs | 15.95g | 7.56g |
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| Carbs | 19.85g | 7.56g |
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| Cholesterol | 28mg |
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| Vitamin D | 4IU |
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| Magnesium | 32mg | 40mg |
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| Calcium | 89mg | 13mg |
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| Potassium | 209mg | 123mg |
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| Iron | 1.19mg | 1.13mg |
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| Sugar | 0.9g |
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| Fiber | 3.9g |
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| Copper | 0.077mg | 0.02mg |
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| Zinc | 1.75mg | 0.48mg |
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| Starch | 14.78g |
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| Phosphorus | 178mg | 37mg |
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| Sodium | 397mg | 2mg |
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| Vitamin A | 131IU | 147IU |
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| Vitamin A | 20µg | 7µg |
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| Vitamin E | 0.6mg |
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| Vitamin D | 0.1µg |
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| Manganese | 0.249mg | 0.039mg |
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| Selenium | 9.2µg |
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| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.025mg |
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| Vitamin B2 | 0.06mg | 0.015mg |
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| Vitamin B3 | 1.65mg | 0.565mg |
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| Vitamin B5 | 0.183mg |
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| Vitamin B6 | 0.09mg | 0.063mg |
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| Vitamin B12 | 0.93µg |
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| Vitamin K | 15.3µg |
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| Folate | 19µg | 3µg |
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| Trans Fat | 0.467g | 0g |
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| Choline | 32mg |
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| Saturated Fat | 4.384g |
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| Monounsaturated Fat | 4.411g |
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| Polyunsaturated fat | 3.042g |
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| Fructose | 0.3g |
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| Omega-3 - EPA | 0.005g |
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| Omega-3 - ALA | 0.166g |
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| Omega-3 - DPA | 0.006g |
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| Omega-3 - Eicosatrienoic acid | 0.001g |
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| Omega-6 - Gamma-linoleic acid | 0.002g |
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| Omega-6 - Dihomo-gamma-linoleic acid | 0.011g |
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| Omega-6 - Eicosadienoic acid | 0.004g |
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| Omega-6 - Linoleic acid | 2.708g |
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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
22%
6%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
40%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Taco is lower in glycemic index (difference - 9)
Which food is cheaper?
Taco is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taco is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taco is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horned melon is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 28mg)
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Horned melon is lower in Sugar (difference - 0.9g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 395mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated Fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated Fat (difference - 4.384g)