Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw vs Melon balls, frozen

Nutrition comparison per 100 g.

Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw 17 kcal Melon balls, frozen 33 kcal
Calories
17 kcal 33 kcal
Protein
1.0 g 0.8 g
Carbs
3.7 g 7.9 g
Fiber
2.8 g 0.7 g
Fat
0.2 g 0.3 g
Sodium
5 mg 31 mg

Key takeaways

  • Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw has 49% fewer calories (17 kcal vs 33 kcal).
  • Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw has more protein (1.0 g vs 0.8 g).
  • Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw has more carbs (3.7 g vs 7.9 g).
  • Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw has more fiber (2.8 g vs 0.7 g).
  • Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw has more fat (0.2 g vs 0.3 g).
MacronutrientsBalsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, rawMelon balls, frozen
Calories 17 kcal 33 kcal
Protein 1.0 g 0.8 g
Total Fat 0.2 g 0.3 g
Total Carbohydrate 3.7 g 7.9 g
Dietary Fiber 2.8 g 0.7 g
Water 94.0 g 90.3 g
CarbohydratesBalsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, rawMelon balls, frozen
Total Carbohydrate 3.7 g 7.9 g
Dietary Fiber 2.8 g 0.7 g
Fats & Fatty AcidsBalsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, rawMelon balls, frozen
Total Fat 0.2 g 0.3 g
Saturated Fat ~ 0.1 g
Monounsaturated Fat ~ 0.0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat ~ 0.1 g
Trans Fat 0.0 g 0.0 g
Omega-3 Fatty Acids ~ 56.0 mg
Omega-6 Fatty Acids ~ 42.0 mg
Protein & Amino AcidsBalsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, rawMelon balls, frozen
Protein 1.0 g 0.8 g
VitaminsBalsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, rawMelon balls, frozen
Vitamin A (RAE) 24.0 mcg 89.0 mcg
Vitamin C 84.0 mg 6.2 mg
Vitamin D 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Thiamin (B1) 0.0 mg 0.2 mg
Riboflavin (B2) 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
Niacin (B3) 0.4 mg 0.6 mg
Vitamin B6 0.0 mg 0.1 mg
Folate (B9) 72.0 mcg 26.0 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.0 mcg 0.0 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (B5) 0.2 mg 0.2 mg
MineralsBalsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, rawMelon balls, frozen
Calcium 19.0 mg 10.0 mg
Iron 0.4 mg 0.3 mg
Magnesium 17.0 mg 14.0 mg
Phosphorus 31.0 mg 12.0 mg
Potassium 296.0 mg 280.0 mg
Sodium 5.0 mg 31.0 mg
Zinc 0.8 mg 0.2 mg
Copper 0.0 mg 0.1 mg
Manganese 0.1 mg 0.0 mg
Selenium 0.2 mcg ~
SterolsBalsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, rawMelon balls, frozen
Cholesterol 0.0 mg 0.0 mg
OtherBalsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, rawMelon balls, frozen
Alcohol ~ 0.0 g
Ash 1.1 g 0.7 g

Frequently asked questions

Which has fewer calories, Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw or Melon balls, frozen?

Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw has fewer calories: 17 kcal for Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw vs 33 kcal for Melon balls, frozen per 100 g.

Which has more protein, Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw or Melon balls, frozen?

Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw has more protein: 1.0 g for Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw vs 0.8 g for Melon balls, frozen per 100 g.

Which has more fiber, Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw or Melon balls, frozen?

Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw has more fiber: 2.8 g for Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw vs 0.7 g for Melon balls, frozen per 100 g.

Is Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw or Melon balls, frozen healthier?

Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw is lower in calories, and Balsam-pear (bitter gourd), pods, raw is higher in protein. The healthier choice depends on your goals — compare the full breakdown above to decide.