Cranberry and Pink Grapefruit
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, 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, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips
Abdominal pains, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Stomach pain, Vomiting
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
12.20 g
39
10.70 g
99+
Fiber
4.60 g
12
1.60 g
30
Sugar
4.04 g
99+
6.90 g
99+
Protein
0.39 g
99+
0.80 g
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.07
20
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
58.00 mcg
10
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.04 mg
22
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.03 mg
29
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.20 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
14
0.26 mg
19
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
30
0.05 mg
34
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
1.00 mcg
34
13.00 mcg
22
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
13.30 mg
99+
31.20 mg
27
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.20 mg
7
0.13 mg
34
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
5.10 mcg
14
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
1,419.00 mcg
5
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
91.00 mcg
14
5.00 mcg
35
Choline
5.50 mg
23
7.70 mg
12
Fat
0.13 g
40
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
85.00 mg
99+
135.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.25 mg
40
0.08 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
8.00 mg
37
22.00 mg
20
Magnesium
6.00 mg
29
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
13.00 mg
33
18.00 mg
27
Manganese
0.36 mg
11
0.02 mg
99+
Copper
0.06 mg
36
0.03 mg
99+
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
22.00 mg
24
8.00 mg
31
Omega 6s
33.00 mg
99+
29.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
87.13 g
25
88.06 g
20
Ash
0.20 g
99+
0.36 g
35
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
42.00 kcal
18
Calories in Frozen Form
42.00 kcal
21
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
308.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
151.00 kcal
2
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
54.00 kcal
26
39.00 kcal
36
Calories in Jam
150.00 kcal
33
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
164.00 kcal
99+
320.00 kcal
14
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Autumn
All seasons
Varieties
Early Black, Howes, Ben Lear and Stevens
Rio Star, Flame, Thompson and Star Ruby
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Red
Pink, Red
Inside Color
White
Pink
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Succulent
Taste
Bitter, Tart
Sweet, Tangy
Origin
North America
Barbados
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy, Well-drained
Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
4.5-5
6-8
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Humid, 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.
- 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
Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Canada, Latvia, Macedonia, NA, Romania, Tunisia, Ukraine
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Europe
Japan
Top Exporter
United States of America
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Vaccinium Macrocarpon
Citrus paradisi
Synonym
Oxycoccus macrocarpus
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
Vaccinium macrocarpon
C. × paradisi
Generic Group
Heath
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Cranberry and Pink Grapefruit
We might think that Cranberry and Pink Grapefruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cranberry and Pink Grapefruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cranberry and Pink Grapefruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cranberry and Pink Grapefruit with peel is 46.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 42.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Cranberry and Pink Grapefruit 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 Pink Grapefruit is Ericales and Sapindales respectively. Cranberry belongs to Ericaceae family and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Cranberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium macrocarpon species and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
