Avocado and Olive

Avocado

Olive

Olive and Avocado

Benefits

Health Benefits

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

Cancer prevention, Helps in cartilage regeneration, Prevents macular degeneration, Treatment of alzheimer's disease

General Benefits

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

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Skin Benefits

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

Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases

Hair Benefits

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

Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

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

Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain

Affects blood glucose levels, Dizziness, 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 consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal

Hardly eaten raw, Olive oil is consumed for many purposes.

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

1.00 g

99+

3.84 g

99+

Fiber

6.70 g

3.30 g

Sugar

0.70 g

99+

0.54 g

99+

Protein

2.00 g

1.03 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.24

0.26

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

7.00 mcg

20.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.10 mg

0.02 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.10 mg

0.01 mg

99+

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.70 mg

0.24 mg

99+

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

1.40 mg

0.02 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.30 mg

0.03 mg

99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

81.00 mcg

3.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

10.00 mg

99+

0.00 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

2.10 mg

3.81 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

21.00 mcg

1.40 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

271.00 mcg

510.00 mcg

Choline

14.20 mg

Fat

14.70 g

15.32 g

Minerals

Potassium

485.00 mg

42.00 mg

99+

Iron

0.50 mg

0.49 mg

Sodium

7.00 mg

1,556.00 mg

Calcium

12.00 mg

52.00 mg

Magnesium

29.00 mg

11.00 mg

Zinc

0.60 mg

0.04 mg

Phosphorus

52.00 mg

4.00 mg

99+

Manganese

0.10 mg

0.00 mg

99+

Copper

0.20 mg

0.12 mg

Selenium

0.40 mcg

0.90 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

236.00 mg

92.00 mg

Omega 6s

1,689.00 mg

1,215.00 mg

Sterol

Phytosterol

87.00 mg

Not Available

Water Content

73.20 g

99+

75.28 g

99+

Ash

1.60 g

4.53 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

160.00 kcal

115.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

172.40 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

686.40 kcal

467.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

Not Available

119.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

306.00 kcal

60.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

222.00 kcal

200.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

288.00 kcal

240.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical

Tree fruit

Season

Summer

Spring, Summer

Varieties

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

Manzanillo, Sevillano, Mission, Ascolano, Barouni, Gordal, Rubra and Picholine

Seedless Variety

Color

Dark green

Black, Green, Purple, Yellow

Inside Color

White

Brown

Shape

Oval

Texture

Juicy

Fleshy

Taste

Buttery

Bitter

Origin

Mexico, Central America

Eastern Mediterranean Region

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated

Well-drained

Soil pH

6-6.5

7-8

Climatic Conditions

Humid, Without frosts

Warm to hot climate

Facts

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.

In ancient Greece, 1st eye shadow was made by adding olive oil in ground charcoal.
The most expensive form of olive oil is Extra Virgin.
Largest type of olive tree is known as donkey tree & smallest one is called bullet.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

Mexico

Spain

Other Countries

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

Algeria, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

Mexico

Italy

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Persea Americana

Olea europaea

Synonym

Persea Gratissima

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Magnollidae

Rosidae

Order

Laurales

Lamiales

Family

Lauraceae

Oleaceae

Genus

Persea

Olea

Species

P. Americana

O. europaea

Generic Group

Laurel

Olive

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Difference Between Avocado and Olive

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Avocado and Olive with peel is 160.00 kcal and 115.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Avocado and Olive 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 Olive is Laurales and Lamiales respectively. Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family and Olive belongs to Oleaceae family. Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species and Olive belongs to Olea genus of O. europaea species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.