Cantaloupe and Avocado
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Improves eye vision, Prevents diabetes, Reduces stress
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Protects hair
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Hives, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Indigestion
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
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, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
8.16 g
99+
1.00 g
99+
Fiber
0.90 g
37
6.70 g
5
Sugar
7.86 g
38
0.70 g
99+
Protein
0.84 g
34
2.00 g
10
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.10
15
0.24
4
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
169.00 mcg
4
7.00 mcg
29
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
23
0.10 mg
7
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
39
0.10 mg
10
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.73 mg
16
1.70 mg
3
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.11 mg
99+
1.40 mg
1
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
23
0.30 mg
4
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
21.00 mcg
13
81.00 mcg
1
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
36.70 mg
21
10.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.05 mg
39
2.10 mg
2
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.50 mcg
25
21.00 mcg
2
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
26.00 mcg
27
271.00 mcg
4
Choline
7.60 mg
13
14.20 mg
1
Fat
0.19 g
34
14.70 g
3
Minerals
Potassium
267.00 mg
23
485.00 mg
7
Iron
0.21 mg
99+
0.50 mg
24
Sodium
16.00 mg
7
7.00 mg
12
Calcium
9.00 mg
35
12.00 mg
29
Magnesium
12.00 mg
23
29.00 mg
6
Zinc
0.18 mg
15
0.60 mg
4
Phosphorus
15.00 mg
31
52.00 mg
6
Manganese
0.41 mg
8
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.20 mg
8
Selenium
0.41 mcg
12
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
46.00 mg
17
236.00 mg
2
Omega 6s
35.00 mg
99+
1,689.00 mg
1
Sterol
Phytosterol
10.00 mg
8
87.00 mg
1
Water Content
90.15 g
11
73.20 g
99+
Ash
0.65 g
18
1.60 g
4
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
160.00 kcal
3
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
34.00 kcal
20
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
34.00 kcal
26
172.40 kcal
2
Calories in Dried Form
350.00 kcal
11
686.40 kcal
2
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
64.00 kcal
20
306.00 kcal
2
Calories in Jam
365.00 kcal
4
222.00 kcal
23
Calories in Pie
316.00 kcal
15
288.00 kcal
23
Characteristics
Type
Melon
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Summer
Summer
Varieties
Hales Best Jumbo, Sweet 'N Early Hybrid, Hearts of Gold, Ambrosia, Athena, Honey Bun Hybrid, Fastbreak and Superstar
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Orange
Dark green
Inside Color
Creamy Orange
White
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Juicy, Musky, Sweet
Buttery
Origin
Africa, India
Mexico, Central America
Grows on
Vines
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Soil pH
5-6.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Hot
Humid, Without frosts
Facts
Facts about
- Cantaloupe is known as rock-melon in some parts of the world.
- Christopher columbus first introduced cantaloupes to north america in 1494.
- The name 'Cantaloupe' as it is cultivated in papal gardens of cantaloupes, Italy.
- 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 Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Mexico
Other Countries
Iran, Romania, Turkey, United States of America
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Spain
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis
Persea Americana
Synonym
Cucumis melo var. reticulatus
Persea Gratissima
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Magnollidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Laurales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Lauraceae
Genus
Cucumis
Persea
Species
C. melo
P. Americana
Generic Group
Gourd
Laurel
Difference Between Cantaloupe and Avocado
We might think that Cantaloupe and Avocado are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cantaloupe and Avocado Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cantaloupe and Avocado is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cantaloupe and Avocado with peel is Not Available and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 34.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Cantaloupe and Avocado belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Cantaloupe and Avocado is Cucurbitales and Laurales respectively. Cantaloupe belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Cantaloupe belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
