Taro vs. Horned melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are taro and horned melon different?
- Taro is higher in vitamin B6, copper, manganese, potassium, phosphorus, and vitamin B1; however, horned melon is richer in iron.
- Daily need coverage for vitamin B6 for taro is 17% higher.
- Taro contains 10 times more manganese than horned melon. While taro contains 0.383mg of manganese, horned melon contains only 0.039mg.
Taro, raw and Horned melon (Kiwano) are the varieties used in this article.
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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 | +230.8% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +380.5% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +760% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +127% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +882.1% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more MagnesiumMagnesium | +21.2% |
| Contains more IronIron | +105.5% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +108.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -81.8% |
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 | +280% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +66.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +65.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +349.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +633.3% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +17.8% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +75% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.5 g
Fats:
0.2 g
Carbs:
26.46 g
Water:
70.64 g
Other:
1.2 g
Protein:
1.78 g
Fats:
1.26 g
Carbs:
7.56 g
Water:
88.97 g
Other:
0.43 g
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +250% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +179.1% |
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +18.7% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +530% |
| Contains more WaterWater | +25.9% |
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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| Copper | 0.172mg | 0.02mg | 17% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.283mg | 0.063mg | 17% |
| Vitamin E | 2.38mg | 16% | |
| Fiber | 4.1g | 16% | |
| Manganese | 0.383mg | 0.039mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 591mg | 123mg | 14% |
| Iron | 0.55mg | 1.13mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus | 84mg | 37mg | 7% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.095mg | 0.025mg | 6% |
| Carbs | 26.46g | 7.56g | 6% |
| Folate | 22µg | 3µg | 5% |
| Choline | 17.3mg | 3% | |
| Calories | 112kcal | 44kcal | 3% |
| Calcium | 43mg | 13mg | 3% |
| Zinc | 0.23mg | 0.48mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.303mg | 0.183mg | 2% |
| Fats | 0.2g | 1.26g | 2% |
| Magnesium | 33mg | 40mg | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.083g | 1% | |
| Vitamin K | 1µg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 4.5mg | 5.3mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.025mg | 0.015mg | 1% |
| Protein | 1.5g | 1.78g | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.7µg | 1% | |
| Net carbs | 22.36g | 7.56g | N/A |
| Sugar | 0.4g | N/A | |
| Sodium | 11mg | 2mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 4µg | 7µg | 0% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.6mg | 0.565mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.041g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.016g | 0% | |
| Tryptophan | 0.023mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.069mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.054mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.111mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.067mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.02mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.082mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.034mg | 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
17%
5%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
26%
13%
Comparison summary
Which food is richer in minerals?
Taro is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is cheaper?
Taro is cheaper (difference - $1.4)
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Taro 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 - 0.4g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Horned melon contains less Sodium (difference - 9mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horned melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.041g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horned melon is lower in glycemic index (difference - 6)