Cranberry and Honeydew
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention
Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Treatment of skin Diseases
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips
Abdominal cramps, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Hives, Hoarseness, Itching in eyes, Itching of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Skin rash, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Stomach pain, Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
12.20 g
39
9.09 g
99+
Fiber
4.60 g
12
0.80 g
38
Sugar
4.04 g
99+
8.12 g
34
Protein
0.39 g
99+
0.54 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.04 mg
26
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.42 mg
34
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
14
0.16 mg
39
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
30
0.09 mg
16
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
1.00 mcg
34
19.00 mcg
16
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
13.30 mg
99+
18.00 mg
39
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.20 mg
7
0.02 mg
99+
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
5.10 mcg
14
2.90 mcg
21
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
91.00 mcg
14
27.00 mcg
26
Choline
5.50 mg
23
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.13 g
40
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
85.00 mg
99+
228.00 mg
32
Iron
0.25 mg
40
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
18.00 mg
6
Calcium
8.00 mg
37
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
6.00 mg
29
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.09 mg
24
Phosphorus
13.00 mg
33
11.00 mg
35
Manganese
0.36 mg
11
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.06 mg
36
0.02 mg
99+
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.70 mcg
9
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
22.00 mg
24
33.00 mg
21
Omega 6s
33.00 mg
99+
26.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
87.13 g
25
89.82 g
12
Ash
0.20 g
99+
0.41 g
32
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal
27
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
36.00 kcal
19
Calories in Frozen Form
42.00 kcal
21
36.00 kcal
24
Calories in Dried Form
308.00 kcal
16
268.00 kcal
24
Calories in Canned Form
151.00 kcal
2
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
54.00 kcal
26
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
150.00 kcal
33
290.00 kcal
11
Calories in Pie
164.00 kcal
99+
310.00 kcal
16
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Melon
Season
Autumn
All seasons
Varieties
Early Black, Howes, Ben Lear and Stevens
Green Flesh, Yellow Rind and Orange Flesh
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Red
Green, Yellow
Inside Color
White
Light Green
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Bitter, Tart
Sweet
Origin
North America
France
Grows on
Trees
Not Available
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy, Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
4.5-5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Warm
Facts
Facts about
- Europeans thought the cranberry blossom looked like the head of a sandhill crane, hence the name Cranberry.
- They are also known as bounce berries as they bounce when they ripe.
- Cranberries do not grow in water.
- The average weight of honeydew melon is 6 pounds.
- 90% of a honeydew is water.
- In middle east countries, dried and roasted honeydew seeds are consumed as snacks.
- Honeydew melons can be 15-22 mm long.
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
Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Canada, Latvia, Macedonia, NA, Romania, Tunisia, Ukraine
Brazil, Egypt, India, Iran, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Europe
Not Available
Top Exporter
United States of America
Not Available
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Vaccinium Macrocarpon
Cucumis melo
Synonym
Oxycoccus macrocarpus
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Ericales
Cucurbitales
Family
Ericaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Genus
Vaccinium
Cucumis
Species
Vaccinium macrocarpon
C. melo
Generic Group
Heath
Gourd
Difference Between Cranberry and Honeydew
We might think that Cranberry and Honeydew are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cranberry and Honeydew Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cranberry and Honeydew is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cranberry and Honeydew with peel is 46.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 36.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Cranberry and Honeydew 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 Cranberry and Honeydew is Ericales and Cucurbitales respectively. Cranberry belongs to Ericaceae family and Honeydew belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Cranberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium macrocarpon species and Honeydew belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
