Avocado

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Avocado and Acorn squash

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease

Anti-inflammatory properties, Arthritis treatment, Regulates Blood Sugar

1.1.1 General Benefits

Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Boosts immune system, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid

1.2 Skin Benefits

Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots

Nourishes skin, Protects skin from oxidative stress

1.3 Hair Benefits

Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask

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

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing

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

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain

Diarrhoea, Vomiting

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal

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.

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

1.00 g10.40 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

6.70 g1.50 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

0.70 g0.00 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

2.00 g0.80 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.240.08

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

7.00 mcg245.10 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.10 mg0.00 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.70 mg0.50 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

1.40 mg0.30 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.30 mg0.10 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

81.00 mcg11.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

10.00 mg6.50 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

2.10 mgNA

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

21.00 mcgNA

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcgNA

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

271.00 mcgNA

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

14.20 mgNA

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

14.70 g0.10 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

485.00 mg263.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.50 mg0.60 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

7.00 mg3.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

12.00 mg26.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

29.00 mg26.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.60 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

52.00 mg27.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.20 mg0.10 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.40 mcg0.40 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

236.00 mg22.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

1,689.00 mg13.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

87.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

73.20 g89.70 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

1.60 g0.80 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

160.00 kcal40.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

172.40 kcal39.00 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

686.40 kcal56.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NA40.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

306.00 kcal47.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

222.00 kcal200.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

288.00 kcal200.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical

Berry

4.2 Season

Summer

Winter

4.3 Varieties

Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano

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

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Dark green

Dark green, Green-yellow, Orange green

4.6 Inside Color

White

Yellow

4.7 Shape

Oval

Round

4.8 Texture

Juicy

Fibrous

4.9 Taste

Buttery

Sweetish

4.10 Origin

Mexico, Central America

Central America, North America, Unknown

4.11 Grows on

Trees

Vines

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated

Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

6-6.55.8-6.8

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Humid, Without frosts

Cold, Sunny

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

The oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.

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.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

Mexico

China

5.3.2 Other Countries

Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America

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

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

Costa Rica

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Mexico

United States of America

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Persea Americana

Cucurbita Pepo

6.2 Synonym

Persea Gratissima

Winter Squash

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Magnollidae

Dillenhidae

7.7 Order

Laurales

Cucurbitales

7.8 Family

Lauraceae

Cucurbitaceae

7.9 Genus

Persea

Cucurbita

7.10 Species

P. Americana

Pepo

7.11 Generic Group

Laurel

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Difference Between Avocado and Acorn squash

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Avocado and Acorn squash with peel is 160.00 kcal and 40.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Avocado and Acorn squash belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Avocado and Acorn squash is Laurales and Cucurbitales respectively. Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family and Acorn squash belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species and Acorn squash belongs to Cucurbita genus of Pepo species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.