Cucumber and Raisin
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
Acidity treatment, Cancer prevention, Good for diabetics, Prevents constipation, Prevents Anaemia
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sore eyes
Boosts immune system, Cures fever, Eye care, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Shiny hair
Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Itching, Red rash, Runny nose, Sneezing, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Skin rash, Stuffy nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing
Side Effects
Stressed heart, Irritation, Swelling, Swelling around mouth, Throat swelling, Tongue swelling, Strained blood vessels
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Not Available
Not Available
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
Any time except an hour after meal
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
3.63 g
99+
79.18 g
1
Fiber
0.50 g
40
3.70 g
16
Sugar
1.67 g
99+
59.19 g
2
Protein
0.65 g
99+
3.07 g
3
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.19
8
0.04
24
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
5.00 mcg
30
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
34
0.11 mg
4
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
27
0.13 mg
7
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.77 mg
15
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.26 mg
20
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.17 mg
9
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg
28
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.80 mg
99+
2.30 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.03 mg
40
0.12 mg
35
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
16.40 mcg
5
3.50 mcg
19
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
23.00 mcg
28
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
6.00 mg
20
11.10 mg
5
Fat
0.11 g
99+
0.46 g
19
Minerals
Potassium
147.00 mg
99+
749.00 mg
2
Iron
0.28 mg
37
1.88 mg
6
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
11.00 mg
9
Calcium
16.00 mg
25
50.00 mg
6
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
32.00 mg
4
Zinc
0.20 mg
14
0.22 mg
13
Phosphorus
24.00 mg
21
101.00 mg
2
Manganese
0.08 mg
35
0.30 mg
16
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.32 mg
4
Selenium
0.30 mcg
14
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
5.00 mg
33
8.00 mg
31
Omega 6s
28.00 mg
99+
29.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.30 mg
11
Not Available
Water Content
95.23 g
1
15.43 g
99+
Ash
0.38 g
34
1.85 g
3
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
15.00 kcal
99+
299.00 kcal
1
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
12.00 kcal
25
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
Not Available
154.00 kcal
6
Calories in Jam
Not Available
255.00 kcal
16
Calories in Pie
Not Available
251.00 kcal
34
Characteristics
Type
Fruit vegetable, Melon
Berry
Season
Spring, Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Armenian, English, Garden, Kirby, Lemon and Persian
Dark raisins, White or golden raisins, Sultanas and Currants
Seedless Variety
Yes
Not Available
Color
Dark green, Green
Black, Blue, Green, Purple, Yellow
Inside Color
White
Brown
Shape
Cylindrical
Oval
Texture
Crunchy
Fleshy
Taste
Juicy, Watery
Sweet
Origin
India
Central Europe, Western Asia
Grows on
Vines
Not Available
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam
Clay loam, Sandy loam
Soil pH
6-6.8
5.5-7
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Warm
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.
- 30th April is known as National Raisin Day.
- Fresno, California is known as raisin capital of the world.
- Half of world's raisin supply is produced in California.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Not Available
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
United States of America
Other Countries
Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Russia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America
Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Chile, China, Iran, South Africa, Turkey, Uzbekistan
Top Importer
France
Europe
Top Exporter
Spain
Turkey
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucumis sativus
Vitis Vinifera
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Not Available
Order
Cucurbitales
Vitales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Vitaceae
Genus
Cucumis
Vitis
Species
C. sativus
Vitis vinifera
Generic Group
Not Available
Grape
Difference Between Cucumber and Raisin
We might think that Cucumber and Raisin are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cucumber and Raisin Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cucumber and Raisin is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cucumber and Raisin with peel is 15.00 kcal and 299.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 12.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Cucumber and Raisin belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Cucumber and Raisin is Cucurbitales and Vitales respectively. Cucumber belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Raisin belongs to Vitaceae family. Cucumber belongs to Cucumis genus of C. sativus species and Raisin belongs to Vitis genus of Vitis vinifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
