Avocado

Longan

Avocado and Longan

Avocado

Longan

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

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

Anti depressant, Anti-inflammatory properties, Healthy mucus membrane, prevents oral cavity cancer, Prevents anemia, Prevents cases of morning sickness, Prevents lung cancer, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of colonic diseases

1.1.1 General Benefits

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

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid, Gives you energy, Suppresses Arthritis

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation

1.3 Hair Benefits

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

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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

Itching, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain

Mouth irritation, Weight gain

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

As a snack in the late afternoon

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

1.00 g15.00 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

6.70 g1.10 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

0.70 gNA

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

2.00 g1.30 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.240.09

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

7.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.10 mg0.04 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.10 mg0.50 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.70 mg1.00 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 mg0.00 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

81.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

10.00 mg28.00 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 mg266.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.50 mg0.13 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

7.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

12.00 mg1.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

29.00 mg10.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.60 mg0.05 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

52.00 mg12.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.10 mgNA

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.20 mg0.10 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.40 mcg0.60 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

236.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

1,689.00 mg0.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

87.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

73.20 g78.00 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

1.60 g0.50 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

160.00 kcal83.00 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 kcalNA

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NANA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

306.00 kcal50.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

222.00 kcalNA

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

288.00 kcal109.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical

Tree fruit, Tropical

4.2 Season

Summer

Mid to late summer

4.3 Varieties

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

Chompoo Longan, Kohala Seedling, Haew, Edau and Biew Kiew

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Dark green

Rusty brown

4.6 Inside Color

White

Yellowish brown

4.7 Shape

Oval

Round

4.8 Texture

Juicy

Fleshy

4.9 Taste

Buttery

Sweetish

4.10 Origin

Mexico, Central America

Mexico

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated

Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

6-6.55-7

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Humid, Without frosts

Sunny, Warm, Without frosts

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.

Longan is also called as "Dragon's eye" in China as it gives an impression of an eyeball.
Longan seeds can be used to absorb the venom after the snake bite and they also help to stop bleeding.

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

Thailand

5.3.2 Other Countries

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

Australia, Combodia, Taiwan, United States of America, Vietnam

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

China

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Mexico

Thailand

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Persea Americana

Dimocarpus longan

6.2 Synonym

Persea Gratissima

Dragon eye

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Viridiplantae

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

Tracheophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Magnollidae

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Laurales

Sapindales

7.8 Family

Lauraceae

Sapindaceae

7.9 Genus

Persea

Dimocarpus

7.10 Species

P. Americana

D. longan

7.11 Generic Group

Laurel

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Difference Between Avocado and Longan

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Avocado and Longan with peel is 160.00 kcal and 83.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Avocado and Longan 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 Longan is Laurales and Sapindales respectively. Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family and Longan belongs to Sapindaceae family. Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species and Longan belongs to Dimocarpus genus of D. longan species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.