Bilberry and Lemon

Bilberry

Lemon

Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Improves night vision, Improves stomach health, Prevents diabetes, Prevents high blood pressure, Reduces blood circulation problems

Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism

General Benefits

Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Prevents blood clotting in vessels, Treatment of urinary tract infections

Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Nourishes skin, Protects against skin damage

Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss

Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Not Available

Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling

Side Effects

Decrease in blood sugar levels, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Headache, Internal bleeding, Stomach pain

Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Best Time to Eat

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., Morning time (before lunch)

Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

11.50 g

99+

9.30 g

99+

Fiber

2.80 g

Sugar

0.00 g

99+

2.50 g

99+

Protein

0.70 g

99+

1.10 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.06

0.12

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

1.08 mcg

3.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg

0.04 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg

0.02 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.58 mg

0.10 mg

99+

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.16 mg

0.19 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.06 mg

0.08 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

6.00 mcg

11.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

44.00 mg

53.00 mg

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.00 mg

99+

0.15 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

4.00 mcg

0.00 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg

11.00 mcg

Choline

0.00 mg

5.10 mg

Fat

0.50 g

0.30 g

Minerals

Potassium

103.00 mg

99+

138.00 mg

99+

Iron

0.80 mg

0.60 mg

Sodium

3.00 mg

2.00 mg

Calcium

15.00 mg

26.00 mg

Magnesium

7.00 mg

8.00 mg

Zinc

0.10 mg

0.06 mg

Phosphorus

9.00 mg

16.00 mg

Manganese

3.30 mg

0.03 mg

99+

Copper

0.11 mg

0.04 mg

99+

Selenium

0.00 mcg

0.40 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

Not Available

26.00 mg

Omega 6s

Not Available

63.00 mg

Sterol

Water Content

0.20 g

99+

88.98 g

Ash

87.10 g

0.30 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

44.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

29.00 kcal

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

22.00 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

Not Available

267.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

Not Available

21.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

75.00 kcal

22.00 kcal

99+

Calories in Jam

164.00 kcal

250.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

293.00 kcal

285.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Berry

Citrus, Tree fruit

Season

Summer

All seasons

Varieties

Dwarf bilberry, Piper, bog blueberry, Northern bilberry, Mountain bilberry and Oval-leaved bilberry

Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron

Seedless Variety

Yes

Color

Dark purple

Yellow, Yellowish-orange

Inside Color

Light Green

Yellow

Shape

Round

Texture

Juicy

Succulent

Taste

Sweet

Sour

Origin

Unknown

China, India

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Moist, Well-aerated

Well-drained

Soil pH

4.5-5.5

5.5-6.5

Climatic Conditions

Cold

Hot, Sunny

Facts

Facts about

Bilberries are used in manufacturing of alcoholic drinks.
They are used to improve aromas of sorbets.
The green extract of it's leaves is used in textile industry as natural dye.

Oil extracted from lemon peels is used for fingerboard of guitars.
During Renaissance, ladies used lemons to redden their lips.
Aroms of lemon decreases the level of stress hormones.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

Japan

China

Other Countries

Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden

Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

Chile

Mexico

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Vaccinium myrtillus

Citrus limon

Synonym

blaeberry, whinberry, European blueberry, whortleberry

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

Order

Ericales

Sapindales

Family

Ericaceae

Rutaceae

Genus

Vaccinium

Citrus

Species

Vaccinium myrtillus

C. limon

Generic Group

Heath

Citrus fruit

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Difference Between Bilberry and Lemon

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Bilberry and Lemon with peel is 44.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 29.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Bilberry and Lemon 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 Bilberry and Lemon is Ericales and Sapindales respectively. Bilberry belongs to Ericaceae family and Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family. Bilberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium myrtillus species and Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.