Avocado

American Persimmon

Avocado and American Persimmon

Avocado

American Persimmon

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

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

Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension

1.1.1 General Benefits

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

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles

1.3 Hair Benefits

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

Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff

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

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain

Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation

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 consume at night and before bed, 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 g33.50 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

6.70 gNA

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

0.70 gNA

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

2.00 g0.80 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.240.02

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

7.00 mcgNA

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.10 mgNA

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.10 mgNA

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.70 mgNA

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

1.40 mgNA

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.30 mgNA

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

81.00 mcgNA

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

10.00 mg66.00 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 g0.40 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

485.00 mg310.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.50 mg2.50 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

7.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

12.00 mg27.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

29.00 mgNA

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.60 mgNA

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

52.00 mg26.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.10 mgNA

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.20 mgNA

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.40 mcgNA

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

236.00 mgNA

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

1,689.00 mgNA

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

87.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

73.20 g64.40 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

1.60 g0.90 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

160.00 kcal127.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

172.40 kcalNA

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

686.40 kcal276.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NANA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

306.00 kcal25.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

222.00 kcal345.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

288.00 kcal257.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical

Berry, Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Summer

Autumn, Winter

4.3 Varieties

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

Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Dark green

Orange, Red, Yellow

4.6 Inside Color

White

Yellow

4.7 Shape

Oval

Round

4.8 Texture

Juicy

4.9 Taste

Buttery

Sweet

4.10 Origin

Mexico, Central America

Eastern United States

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated

Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

6-6.56.5-7.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Humid, Without frosts

Can tolerate wide range of climates, 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 is said that formation of seeds inside the persimmon fruit shows what type of winter is coming(type of snow).
There are about 2000 varieties of this fruit.
The American persimmon has another name 'Possumwood'.

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

Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Mexico

United States of America

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Persea Americana

Diospyros virginiana

6.2 Synonym

Persea Gratissima

Not Available

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

Ericales

7.8 Family

Lauraceae

Ebenaceae

7.9 Genus

Persea

Diospyros

7.10 Species

P. Americana

D. virginiana

7.11 Generic Group

Laurel

Not Available

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Difference Between Avocado and American Persimmon

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Avocado and American Persimmon with peel is 160.00 kcal and 127.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Avocado and American Persimmon belong to High Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Avocado and American Persimmon is Laurales and Ericales respectively. Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family and American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species and American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.