Welsh onion vs. Melon — In-Depth Nutrition Comparison
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What are the main differences between welsh onion and melon?
- Welsh onion is richer in vitamin K, vitamin A, iron, phosphorus, fiber, and vitamin C, yet melon is richer in vitamin B6.
- Welsh onion's daily need coverage for vitamin K is 159% higher.
- Welsh onion contains less sugar.
- Welsh onion has a lower glycemic index than melon.
We used Onions, welsh, raw and Melons, casaba, raw types in this comparison.
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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 | +63.6% |
| Contains more PotassiumPotassium | +16.5% |
| Contains more IronIron | +258.8% |
| Contains more CopperCopper | +16.7% |
| Contains more ZincZinc | +642.9% |
| Contains more PhosphorusPhosphorus | +880% |
| Contains more ManganeseManganese | +291.4% |
| Contains more SeleniumSelenium | +50% |
| Contains less SodiumSodium | -47.1% |
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 | +23.9% |
| Contains more Vitamin EVitamin E | +920% |
| Contains more Vitamin B1Vitamin B1 | +233.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B2Vitamin B2 | +190.3% |
| Contains more Vitamin B3Vitamin B3 | +72.4% |
| Contains more Vitamin B5Vitamin B5 | +101.2% |
| Contains more Vitamin KVitamin K | +7636% |
| Contains more FolateFolate | +100% |
| Contains more Vitamin B6Vitamin B6 | +126.4% |
| Contains more CholineCholine | +43.4% |
Macronutrient Comparison
Macronutrient breakdown side-by-side comparison
Protein:
1.9 g
Fats:
0.4 g
Carbs:
6.5 g
Water:
90.5 g
Other:
0.7 g
Protein:
1.11 g
Fats:
0.1 g
Carbs:
6.58 g
Water:
91.85 g
Other:
0.36 g
| Contains more ProteinProtein | +71.2% |
| Contains more FatsFats | +300% |
| Contains more OtherOther | +94.4% |
~equal in
Carbs
~6.58g
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Water
~91.85g
Fat Type Comparison
Fat type breakdown side-by-side comparison
Saturated fat:
Sat. Fat
0.067 g
Monounsaturated fat:
Mono. Fat
0.056 g
Polyunsaturated fat:
Poly. Fat
0.156 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 | +2700% |
| Contains more Poly. FatPolyunsaturated fat | +300% |
| Contains less Sat. FatSaturated fat | -62.7% |
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 Sodium |
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All nutrients comparison - raw data values
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| Vitamin K | 193.4µg | 2.5µg | 159% |
| Iron | 1.22mg | 0.34mg | 11% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.072mg | 0.163mg | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 27mg | 21.8mg | 6% |
| Phosphorus | 49mg | 5mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2.4g | 0.9g | 6% |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.09mg | 0.031mg | 5% |
| Manganese | 0.137mg | 0.035mg | 4% |
| Zinc | 0.52mg | 0.07mg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.51mg | 0.05mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.05mg | 0.015mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 23mg | 11mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B5 | 0.169mg | 0.084mg | 2% |
| Folate | 16µg | 8µg | 2% |
| Protein | 1.9g | 1.11g | 2% |
| Potassium | 212mg | 182mg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.07mg | 0.06mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 11mg | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated fat | 0.156g | 0.039g | 1% |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.4mg | 0.232mg | 1% |
| Calories | 34kcal | 28kcal | 0% |
| Fats | 0.4g | 0.1g | 0% |
| Carbs | 6.5g | 6.58g | 0% |
| Net carbs | 4.1g | 5.68g | N/A |
| Sugar | 2.18g | 5.69g | N/A |
| Sodium | 17mg | 9mg | 0% |
| Selenium | 0.6µg | 0.4µg | 0% |
| Choline | 5.3mg | 7.6mg | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.067g | 0.025g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated fat | 0.056g | 0.002g | 0% |
| Tryptophan | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Threonine | 0.074mg | 0% | |
| Isoleucine | 0.081mg | 0% | |
| Leucine | 0.113mg | 0% | |
| Lysine | 0.095mg | 0% | |
| Methionine | 0.021mg | 0% | |
| Phenylalanine | 0.061mg | 0% | |
| Valine | 0.084mg | 0% | |
| Histidine | 0.033mg | 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
51%
11%
Minerals Daily Need Coverage Score
17%
7%
Comparison summary
Which food is lower in Sugar?
Welsh onion is lower in Sugar (difference - 3.51g)
Which food is lower in glycemic index?
Welsh onion is lower in glycemic index (difference - 23)
Which food is cheaper?
Welsh onion is cheaper (difference - $0.4)
Which food is richer in minerals?
Welsh onion is relatively richer in minerals
Which food is richer in vitamins?
Welsh onion is relatively richer in vitamins
Which food contains less Sodium?
Melon contains less Sodium (difference - 8mg)
Which food is lower in Saturated fat?
Melon is lower in Saturated fat (difference - 0.042g)
Which food contains less Cholesterol?
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The foods are relatively equal in Cholesterol (0 mg)