Cucumber and Avocado
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Eczema treatment, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Removes toxic metals, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sore eyes
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Shiny hair
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Itching, Red rash, Runny nose, Sneezing, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Stressed heart, Irritation, Swelling, Swelling around mouth, Throat swelling, Tongue swelling, Strained blood vessels
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Not Available
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Strictly avoid empty stomach
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
3.63 g
99+
1.00 g
99+
Fiber
0.50 g
40
6.70 g
5
Sugar
1.67 g
99+
0.70 g
99+
Protein
0.65 g
99+
2.00 g
10
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.19
8
0.24
4
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
5.00 mcg
30
7.00 mcg
29
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
34
0.10 mg
7
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
27
0.10 mg
10
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
1.70 mg
3
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.26 mg
20
1.40 mg
1
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.30 mg
4
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg
28
81.00 mcg
1
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.80 mg
99+
10.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.03 mg
40
2.10 mg
2
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
16.40 mcg
5
21.00 mcg
2
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
23.00 mcg
28
271.00 mcg
4
Choline
6.00 mg
20
14.20 mg
1
Fat
0.11 g
99+
14.70 g
3
Minerals
Potassium
147.00 mg
99+
485.00 mg
7
Iron
0.28 mg
37
0.50 mg
24
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
7.00 mg
12
Calcium
16.00 mg
25
12.00 mg
29
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
29.00 mg
6
Zinc
0.20 mg
14
0.60 mg
4
Phosphorus
24.00 mg
21
52.00 mg
6
Manganese
0.08 mg
35
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.20 mg
8
Selenium
0.30 mcg
14
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
5.00 mg
33
236.00 mg
2
Omega 6s
28.00 mg
99+
1,689.00 mg
1
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.30 mg
11
87.00 mg
1
Water Content
95.23 g
1
73.20 g
99+
Ash
0.38 g
34
1.60 g
4
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
15.00 kcal
99+
160.00 kcal
3
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
12.00 kcal
25
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
172.40 kcal
2
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
686.40 kcal
2
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
Not Available
306.00 kcal
2
Calories in Jam
Not Available
222.00 kcal
23
Calories in Pie
Not Available
288.00 kcal
23
Characteristics
Type
Fruit vegetable, Melon
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
Summer
Varieties
Armenian, English, Garden, Kirby, Lemon and Persian
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Dark green, Green
Dark green
Inside Color
White
White
Shape
Cylindrical
Oval
Texture
Crunchy
Juicy
Taste
Juicy, Watery
Buttery
Origin
India
Mexico, Central America
Grows on
Vines
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Soil pH
6-6.8
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Humid, Without frosts
Facts
Facts about
- Outer waxy coating of cucumber can erase the pen writing.
- Pressing cucumber on roof of mouth for 30 sec will eliminate bad breath.
- It is made up of 96% water.
- English cucumber can grow longer than 2 feet.
- 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
Not Available
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Mexico
Other Countries
Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Russia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Top Importer
France
United States of America
Top Exporter
Spain
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucumis sativus
Persea Americana
Synonym
Not Available
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. sativus
P. Americana
Generic Group
Not Available
Laurel
Difference Between Cucumber and Avocado
We might think that Cucumber and Avocado are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cucumber and Avocado Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cucumber and Avocado is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cucumber and Avocado with peel is 15.00 kcal and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 12.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Cucumber 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 Cucumber and Avocado is Cucurbitales and Laurales respectively. Cucumber belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Cucumber belongs to Cucumis genus of C. sativus species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
