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
Asthma treatment, Heart care, Prevents constipation, Treatment of skin Diseases
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, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Brightens and lightens complexion, Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Shiny hair
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Itching, Red rash, Runny nose, Sneezing, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Stressed heart, Irritation, Swelling, Swelling around mouth, Throat swelling, Tongue swelling, Strained blood vessels
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
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Lactating Women
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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, Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
3.63 g14.66 g
1
79.18
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Fiber
0.50 g3.00 g
0
10.4
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Sugar
1.67 g8.99 g
0
63.35
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Protein
0.65 g1.14 g
0.3
14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio
0.190.07
0.02
0.52
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Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
5.00 mcg4.00 mcg
0
426
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg0.03 mg
0
0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg0.03 mg
0
1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg0.34 mg
0
2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.26 mg0.18 mg
0
1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg0.06 mg
0
0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg25.00 mcg
0
81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.80 mg92.70 mg
0
228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.03 mg1.46 mg
0
3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
16.40 mcg40.30 mcg
0
40.3
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Lycopene
0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin
23.00 mcg122.00 mcg
0
834
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Choline
6.00 mg7.80 mg
0
14.2
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Fat
0.11 g0.52 g
0
33.49
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Minerals
Potassium
147.00 mg312.00 mg
42
840
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Iron
0.28 mg0.31 mg
0.06
9
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Sodium
2.00 mg3.00 mg
0
1556
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Calcium
16.00 mg34.00 mg
1
100
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Magnesium
13.00 mg17.00 mg
0
92
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Zinc
0.20 mg0.14 mg
0
2.7
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Phosphorus
24.00 mg34.00 mg
0
113
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Manganese
0.08 mg0.10 mg
0
3.3
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Copper
0.04 mg0.13 mg
0
2
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Selenium
0.30 mcg0.20 mcg
0
63.7
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Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
5.00 mg42.00 mg
0
318
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Omega 6s
28.00 mg246.00 mg
0
1689
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Sterol
Phytosterol
7.30 mgNA
0
87
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Water Content
95.23 g83.07 g
0
95.23
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Ash
0.38 g0.61 g
0
87.1
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Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
15.00 kcal61.00 kcal
15
299
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
12.00 kcalNA
12
354
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Calories in Frozen Form
NANA
0
187
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Calories in Dried Form
NA352.00 kcal
32
747
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Calories in Canned Form
NA105.00 kcal
17
443
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Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
NA61.00 kcal
17
461
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Calories in Jam
NA245.00 kcal
49
420
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Calories in Pie
NA345.00 kcal
80
450
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Characteristics
Type
Fruit vegetable, Melon
Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
Spring, Summer, Winter
Varieties
Armenian, English, Garden, Kirby, Lemon and Persian
Zhong Hua, Jing Li, Ruan Zao, Mao Hua and Huang Yan
Seedless Variety
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Color
Dark green, Green
Brown, Green
Inside Color
White
Green
Shape
Cylindrical
Oval
Texture
Crunchy
Succulent
Taste
Juicy, Watery
Sour-Sweet, Tangy
Origin
India
China
Grows on
Vines
Vines
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam
Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.85.5-7
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Warm
Cold, Sunny
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 name Kiwi is due to the resemblance with 'Kiwi' bird.
- Animals like monkeys and deer also consume Kiwifruit.
- Originated in china, this fruit is also called as 'Chinese gooseberry.'
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Beer
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Spirits
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Cocktails
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Production
Top Producer
China
Italy
Other Countries
Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Russia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America
Chile, France, Greece, Iran, Japan, New Zealand, Portugal, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
France
United States of America
Top Exporter
Spain
New Zealand
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucumis sativus
Actinidia deliciosa
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Ericales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Actinidiaceae
Genus
Cucumis
Actinidia
Species
C. sativus
A. deliciosa
Generic Group
Not Available
Kiwi