Cantaloupe

Lychee

Cantaloupe and Lychee

Cantaloupe

Lychee

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Heart care, Improves eye vision, Prevents diabetes, Reduces stress

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes

1.1.1 General Benefits

Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss

Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

1.2 Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases

Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation

1.3 Hair Benefits

Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Protects hair

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Hives, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Vomiting

Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Bloating, Indigestion

May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat 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

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)

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), Strictly avoid empty stomach

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

8.16 g16.53 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

0.90 g1.30 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

7.86 g15.23 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.84 g0.83 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.100.05

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

169.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.04 mg0.01 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg0.07 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.73 mg0.60 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.11 mg0.00 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.10 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

21.00 mcg14.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

36.70 mg71.50 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.05 mg0.07 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.50 mcg0.40 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

26.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

7.60 mg7.10 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.19 g0.44 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

267.00 mg171.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.21 mg0.13 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

16.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

9.00 mg5.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

12.00 mg10.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.18 mg0.07 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

15.00 mg31.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.41 mg0.06 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.04 mg0.15 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.41 mcg0.60 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

46.00 mg65.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

35.00 mg67.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

10.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

90.15 g81.76 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.65 g0.44 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NANA

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

34.00 kcal66.00 kcal

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

34.00 kcal77.73 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

350.00 kcal277.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NA91.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

64.00 kcal50.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

365.00 kcal260.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

316.00 kcal280.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Melon

Tree fruit, Tropical

4.2 Season

Summer

Spring, Summer

4.3 Varieties

Hales Best Jumbo, Sweet 'N Early Hybrid, Hearts of Gold, Ambrosia, Athena, Honey Bun Hybrid, Fastbreak and Superstar

Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Orange

Bright red, Pink red

4.6 Inside Color

Creamy Orange

Greyish-white

4.7 Shape

Round

Oval

4.8 Texture

Juicy

Fleshy

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Musky, Sweet

Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet

4.10 Origin

Africa, India

China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam

4.11 Grows on

Vines

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Sandy

Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

5-6.55.5-6.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Dry, Hot

Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts

5 Facts

5.1 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 seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.

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

China

5.3.2 Other Countries

Iran, Romania, Turkey, United States of America

Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

Hong Kong

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Spain

China

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis

Litchi chinensis

6.2 Synonym

Cucumis melo var. reticulatus

Nephelium litchi

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Cucurbitales

Sapindales

7.8 Family

Cucurbitaceae

Sapindaceae

7.9 Genus

Cucumis

Litchi

7.10 Species

C. melo

L. chinensis

7.11 Generic Group

Gourd

Soapberry

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Difference Between Cantaloupe and Lychee

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cantaloupe and Lychee with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 34.00 kcal and 66.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Cantaloupe and Lychee 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 Cantaloupe and Lychee is Cucurbitales and Sapindales respectively. Cantaloupe belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family. Cantaloupe belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species and Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.