Watermelon vs. Horchata — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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The main differences between watermelon and horchata
- Watermelon contains 3 times more magnesium than horchata. Watermelon contains 10mg of magnesium, while horchata contains 3mg.
- Watermelon contains less sugar.
- Horchata has a lower glycemic index than watermelon.
Food types used in this article are Watermelon, raw and Beverages, Horchata, as served in restaurant.
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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 | +233.3% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +229.4% |
| Contains more IronIron | +2300% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +2000% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +66.7% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -92.9% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +280% |
| Contains more CalciumCalcium | +157.1% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +36.4% |
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 CVitamin C | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin AVitamin A | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +278.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +164.7% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +∞% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +∞% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +∞% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +380% |
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:
0.48 g
Fats:
0.71 g
Carbs:
11.52 g
Water:
87.1 g
Other:
0.19 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +27.1% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +26.3% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +373.3% |
| Contains more CarbsCarbs | +52.6% |
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Water
~87.1g
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:
0.99 g
Sucrose:
6.17 g
Glucose:
1.64 g
Fructose:
1.55 g
Lactose:
0 g
Maltose:
0 g
Galactose:
0 g
| Contains more FructoseFructose | +116.8% |
| Contains more MaltoseMaltose | +∞% |
| Contains more StarchStarch | +∞% |
| Contains more SucroseSucrose | +409.9% |
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Glucose
~1.64g
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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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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin C | 8.1mg | 9% | |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.221mg | 0mg | 4% |
| Copper | 0.042mg | 0.002mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.033mg | 0mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.24mg | 0.01mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 28µg | 3% | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.045mg | 0.017mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.021mg | 0mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 0g | 2% |
| Fructose | 3.36g | 1.55g | 2% |
| Potassium | 112mg | 34mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 10mg | 3mg | 2% |
| Calories | 30kcal | 54kcal | 1% |
| Fats | 0.15g | 0.71g | 1% |
| Calcium | 7mg | 18mg | 1% |
| Choline | 4.1mg | 1% | |
| Folate | 3µg | 1% | |
| Phosphorus | 11mg | 15mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 1mg | 14mg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.05mg | 0.24mg | 1% |
| Manganese | 0.038mg | 0.01mg | 1% |
| Carbs | 7.55g | 11.52g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.178mg | 0.047mg | 1% |
| Protein | 0.61g | 0.48g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 7.15g | 11.52g | N/A |
| Sugar | 6.2g | 9.36g | N/A |
| Zinc | 0.1mg | 0.06mg | 0% |
| Starch | 0g | 0.99g | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.4µg | 0.4µg | 0% |
| Vitamin K | 0.1µg | 0µg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.016g | 0% | |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.037g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.05g | 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% |
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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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Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
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Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Watermelon is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.16g)
Which food contains less Sodium?
Watermelon contains less Sodium (difference - 13mg)
Which food is cheaper?
Watermelon is cheaper (difference - $0.9)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Watermelon is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Watermelon is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food is lower in Cholesterol?
Horchata is lower in Cholesterol (difference - 0mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Horchata is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.016g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Horchata is lower in glycemic index (difference - 45)