Acorn squash and Durian

Acorn squash

Durian

Durian and Acorn squash

Benefits

Health Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Arthritis treatment, Regulates Blood Sugar

Anti depressant, Boosts immune system, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces stress

General Benefits

Boosts immune system, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Strengthens bones

Skin Benefits

Nourishes skin, Protects skin from oxidative stress

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Asthma, Red rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips

Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Nasal congestion, Red rash, Runny nose, Vomiting

Side Effects

Diarrhoea, Vomiting

Affects blood glucose levels, Nausea, Stomach pain

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't eat after meal, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal.

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

10.40 g

99+

27.09 g

Fiber

1.50 g

3.80 g

Sugar

0.00 g

99+

Not Available

Protein

0.80 g

1.47 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.08

0.06

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

245.10 mcg

2.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.10 mg

0.37 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.00 mg

99+

0.20 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.50 mg

1.07 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.30 mg

0.23 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.10 mg

0.32 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

11.00 mcg

36.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

6.50 mg

99+

19.70 mg

Fat

0.10 g

99+

5.33 g

Minerals

Potassium

263.00 mg

436.00 mg

Iron

0.60 mg

0.43 mg

Sodium

3.00 mg

2.00 mg

Calcium

26.00 mg

6.00 mg

Magnesium

26.00 mg

30.00 mg

Zinc

0.10 mg

0.28 mg

Phosphorus

27.00 mg

39.00 mg

Manganese

0.10 mg

0.33 mg

Copper

0.10 mg

0.21 mg

Selenium

0.40 mcg

Not Available

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

22.00 mg

0.00 mg

Omega 6s

13.00 mg

99+

0.00 mg

99+

Sterol

Water Content

89.70 g

65.00 g

99+

Ash

0.80 g

1.12 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

40.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

147.00 kcal

Calories in Frozen Form

39.00 kcal

147.00 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

56.00 kcal

400.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

40.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

47.00 kcal

170.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

200.00 kcal

320.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

200.00 kcal

99+

Not Available

Characteristics

Type

Berry

Tree fruit, Tropical

Season

Winter

Monsoon

Varieties

Bush Table Queen, Heirloom Table Queen, Festival Hybrid, Early Acorn Hybrid, Table Ace, Ebony and Cream of the Crop

D24, D99 (Gob kecil), D123 (Chanee), D145 (Beserah), D158 (Gan Yau), D159 (Monthong), D169 (Tok Litok), D188, D189, D190, D163 (Hor Lor) and D164 (Ang Bak)

Seedless Variety

Color

Dark green, Green-yellow, Orange green

Green

Inside Color

Yellow

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Fibrous

Tough

Taste

Sweetish

Creamy, Sweet

Origin

Central America, North America, Unknown

South-Eastern Asia

Grows on

Vines

Not Available

Cultivation

Soil Type

Well-drained

Clay

Soil pH

5.8-6.8

5-6.5

Climatic Conditions

Cold, Sunny

Hot, Humid

Facts

Facts about

It was named as Acorn Squash for its resemblance to a large ribbed acorn.
It is said that squash was being grown in Mexico as long as 10,000 years ago.
It was the first food cultivated by native American Indians.

1 kg of durian contains 1350 calories which may cause weight gain.
It may have a hyperthermic effect on the body, making you feel warmer.
Study shows that durian has an ability to reduce infertility in men & women.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

China

Thailand

Other Countries

Egypt, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America

Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines

Top Importer

Costa Rica

China

Top Exporter

United States of America

Thailand

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Cucurbita Pepo

Durio zibethinus

Synonym

Winter Squash

Lahia Hassk

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Dillenhidae

Order

Cucurbitales

Malvales

Family

Cucurbitaceae

Malvaceae

Genus

Cucurbita

Durio

Species

Pepo

D. zibethinus

Generic Group

Not Available

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Difference Between Acorn squash and Durian

We might think that Acorn squash and Durian are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Acorn squash and Durian Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Acorn squash and Durian is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Acorn squash and Durian with peel is 40.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 147.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Acorn squash and Durian belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Acorn squash and Durian is Cucurbitales and Malvales respectively. Acorn squash belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Durian belongs to Malvaceae family. Acorn squash belongs to Cucurbita genus of Pepo species and Durian belongs to Durio genus of D. zibethinus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.