Watermelon vs. Cherry — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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How are watermelon and cherries different?
- Cherries have more copper than watermelon.
- Cherries have a lower glycemic index (22) than watermelon (76).
Watermelon, raw and Cherries, sour, red, raw 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 less SodiumSodium | -66.7% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +∞% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +128.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +54.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +33.3% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +147.6% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +36.4% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +194.7% |
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 B5Vitamin B5 | +54.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin CVitamin C | +23.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +128.6% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +40% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +90.5% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +124.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +2000% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +166.7% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +48.8% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
0.61 g
Fats:
0.15 g
Carbs:
7.55 g
Water:
91.45 g
Other:
0.24 g
Protein:
1 g
Fats:
0.3 g
Carbs:
12.18 g
Water:
86.13 g
Other:
0.39 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +63.9% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +100% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +61.3% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +62.5% |
~equal in
Water
~86.13g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.016 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.037 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.05 g
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.068 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.082 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.09 g
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -76.5% |
| Contains more Mono. FatMonounsaturated fat | +121.6% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +80% |
Carbohydrate type comparison
Carbohydrate type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
1.21 g
Glucose:
1.58 g
Fructose:
3.36 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0.06 g
Galactose:
0 g
Starch:
0 g
Sucrose:
0.8 g
Glucose:
4.18 g
Fructose:
3.51 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +51.3% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more GlucoseGlucose | +164.6% |
~equal in
Starch
~0g
~equal in
Fructose
~3.51g
~equal in
Lactose
~0g
~equal in
Galactose
~0g
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 Sodium |
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| Lower in Saturated fat |
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| Lower in price |
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| Lower in Glycemic Index |
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| Rich in minerals |
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| Rich in vitamins |
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| Lower in Cholesterol | Equal | ||
All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.104mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 1.6g | 5% |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 64µg | 4% |
| Manganese | 0.038mg | 0.112mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.221mg | 0.143mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 8.1mg | 10mg | 2% |
| Carbs | 7.55g | 12.18g | 2% |
| Potassium | 112mg | 173mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 2.1µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.178mg | 0.4mg | 1% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.021mg | 0.04mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.61g | 1g | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 0µg | 1% |
| Calories | 30kcal | 50kcal | 1% |
| Phosphorus | 11mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.24mg | 0.32mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 16mg | 1% |
| Folate | 3µg | 8µg | 1% |
| Fats | 0.15g | 0.3g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 7.15g | 10.58g | N/A |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 6.2g | 8.49g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 3mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.05mg | 0.07mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.033mg | 0.03mg | 0% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.045mg | 0.044mg | 0% |
| Choline | 4.1mg | 6.1mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.016g | 0.068g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.037g | 0.082g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 0.09g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.007mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.027mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.019mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.018mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.062mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.015mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.016mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.006mg | 0% | |
| Fructose | 3.36g | 3.51g | 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
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9%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
6%
10%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Watermelon is lower in Sugar (difference - 2.29g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Watermelon contains less Sodium (difference - 2mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Watermelon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.052g)
Which food is cheaper?
Watermelon is cheaper (difference - $0.5)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Cherry is lower in glycemic index (difference - 54)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Cherry is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Cherry is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)