Blueberry and Pink Grapefruit
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti depressant, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
14.49 g
29
10.70 g
99+
Fiber
2.40 g
24
1.60 g
30
Sugar
9.96 g
21
6.90 g
99+
Protein
0.74 g
39
0.80 g
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.07
20
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
58.00 mcg
10
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
27
0.04 mg
22
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
22
0.03 mg
29
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
34
0.20 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.12 mg
99+
0.26 mg
19
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
35
0.05 mg
34
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
6.00 mcg
29
13.00 mcg
22
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.70 mg
99+
31.20 mg
27
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.57 mg
17
0.13 mg
34
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
19.30 mcg
4
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
1,419.00 mcg
5
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
80.00 mcg
17
5.00 mcg
35
Choline
6.00 mg
20
7.70 mg
12
Fat
0.33 g
25
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
77.00 mg
99+
135.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.28 mg
37
0.08 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
22.00 mg
20
Magnesium
6.00 mg
29
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.16 mg
17
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
12.00 mg
34
18.00 mg
27
Manganese
0.34 mg
13
0.02 mg
99+
Copper
0.06 mg
39
0.03 mg
99+
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
58.00 mg
13
8.00 mg
31
Omega 6s
88.00 mg
22
29.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
26.40 mg
5
Not Available
Water Content
84.21 g
39
88.06 g
20
Ash
0.24 g
40
0.36 g
35
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
57.00 kcal
19
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
42.00 kcal
18
Calories in Frozen Form
51.00 kcal
14
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
325.00 kcal
13
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
88.00 kcal
9
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
39.00 kcal
36
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
245.00 kcal
36
320.00 kcal
14
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Pink Lemonade, Bluecrop, Bluejay, Blueray, Bonus, Duke, Elliott, Jersey, Nelson, Northland, Patriot, Sierra, Spartan, Northcountry, Northsky and Premier and Climax
Rio Star, Flame, Thompson and Star Ruby
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Blue, Indigo
Pink, Red
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Pink
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Succulent
Taste
Sweet
Sweet, Tangy
Origin
North America
Barbados
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Porous, Well-drained
Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
4.5-5.5
6-8
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Humid, Warm
Facts
Facts about
- National blueberry month is July as blueberries are harvested in July.
- They are the official berries of Nova Scotia, Canada.
- Blueberries are used as natural food color and can protect you from memory loss.
- Grapefruit is used to protect wooden tools due to its anti-fungal properties.
- It grows in clusters as grapes & hence called as grapefruit.
- This fruit tastes delicious when paired with fish, e.g. in fish salads.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
United States of America
China
Other Countries
Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Poland
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Japan
Top Exporter
Chile
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Vaccinium myrtillus
Citrus paradisi
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Ericales
Sapindales
Family
Ericaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Vaccinium
Citrus
Species
V. myrtillus
C. × paradisi
Generic Group
Heath
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Blueberry and Pink Grapefruit
We might think that Blueberry and Pink Grapefruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blueberry and Pink Grapefruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blueberry and Pink Grapefruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blueberry and Pink Grapefruit with peel is 57.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 42.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Blueberry and Pink Grapefruit belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Blueberry and Pink Grapefruit is Ericales and Sapindales respectively. Blueberry belongs to Ericaceae family and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Blueberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of V. myrtillus species and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
