Acorn squash and Pink Grapefruit
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Arthritis treatment, Regulates Blood Sugar
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Nourishes skin, Protects skin from oxidative stress
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Asthma, Red rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips
Abdominal pains, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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.
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
10.40 g
99+
10.70 g
99+
Fiber
1.50 g
31
1.60 g
30
Sugar
0.00 g
99+
6.90 g
99+
Protein
0.80 g
37
0.80 g
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
19
0.07
20
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
245.10 mcg
2
58.00 mcg
10
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.10 mg
7
0.04 mg
22
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.00 mg
99+
0.03 mg
29
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.50 mg
30
0.20 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
12
0.26 mg
19
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg
15
0.05 mg
34
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
11.00 mcg
24
13.00 mcg
22
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
6.50 mg
99+
31.20 mg
27
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
0.13 mg
34
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
Not Available
1,419.00 mcg
5
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
5.00 mcg
35
Choline
Not Available
7.70 mg
12
Fat
0.10 g
99+
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
263.00 mg
25
135.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.60 mg
21
0.08 mg
99+
Sodium
3.00 mg
17
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
26.00 mg
17
22.00 mg
20
Magnesium
26.00 mg
8
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
27.00 mg
19
18.00 mg
27
Manganese
0.10 mg
31
0.02 mg
99+
Copper
0.10 mg
22
0.03 mg
99+
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
22.00 mg
24
8.00 mg
31
Omega 6s
13.00 mg
99+
29.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
89.70 g
13
88.06 g
20
Ash
0.80 g
13
0.36 g
35
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
40.00 kcal
31
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
42.00 kcal
18
Calories in Frozen Form
39.00 kcal
23
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
56.00 kcal
40
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
40.00 kcal
22
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
47.00 kcal
31
39.00 kcal
36
Calories in Jam
200.00 kcal
26
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
200.00 kcal
99+
320.00 kcal
14
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Winter
All seasons
Varieties
Bush Table Queen, Heirloom Table Queen, Festival Hybrid, Early Acorn Hybrid, Table Ace, Ebony and Cream of the Crop
Rio Star, Flame, Thompson and Star Ruby
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Dark green, Green-yellow, Orange green
Pink, Red
Inside Color
Yellow
Pink
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Fibrous
Succulent
Taste
Sweetish
Sweet, Tangy
Origin
Central America, North America, Unknown
Barbados
Grows on
Vines
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.8-6.8
6-8
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Sunny
Humid, Warm
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.
- Grapefruit is used to protect wooden tools due to its anti-fungal properties.
- It grows in clusters as grapes & hence called as grapefruit.
- This fruit tastes delicious when paired with fish, e.g. in fish salads.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
No
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Egypt, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Costa Rica
Japan
Top Exporter
United States of America
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucurbita Pepo
Citrus paradisi
Synonym
Winter Squash
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Sapindales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Cucurbita
Citrus
Species
Pepo
C. × paradisi
Generic Group
Not Available
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Acorn squash and Pink Grapefruit
We might think that Acorn squash and Pink Grapefruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Acorn squash and Pink Grapefruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Acorn squash and Pink Grapefruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Acorn squash and Pink Grapefruit with peel is 40.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 42.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Acorn squash and Pink Grapefruit belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Acorn squash and Pink Grapefruit is Cucurbitales and Sapindales respectively. Acorn squash belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Acorn squash belongs to Cucurbita genus of Pepo species and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
