Durian and Carambola

Durian

Carambola

Benefits

Health Benefits

Anti depressant, Boosts immune system, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces stress

Cancer prevention, Heat stroke treatment

General Benefits

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Strengthens bones

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of sore eyes

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion

Anti-aging benefits, Heals sunburn, Skin rejuvenation

Hair Benefits

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Nasal congestion, Red rash, Runny nose, Vomiting

Side Effects

Affects blood glucose levels, Nausea, Stomach pain

Nausea, Vomiting

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)

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

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

27.09 g

6.73 g

99+

Fiber

3.80 g

2.80 g

Sugar

Not Available

3.98 g

99+

Protein

1.47 g

1.04 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.06

0.15

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

2.00 mcg

3.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.37 mg

0.01 mg

99+

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.20 mg

0.02 mg

99+

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.07 mg

0.37 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.23 mg

0.39 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.32 mg

0.02 mg

99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

36.00 mcg

12.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

19.70 mg

34.40 mg

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

Not Available

0.15 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

Not Available

0.00 mcg

Lycopene

Not Available

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

Not Available

66.00 mcg

Choline

Not Available

7.60 mg

Fat

5.33 g

0.33 g

Minerals

Potassium

436.00 mg

133.00 mg

99+

Iron

0.43 mg

0.08 mg

99+

Sodium

2.00 mg

Calcium

6.00 mg

3.00 mg

99+

Magnesium

30.00 mg

10.00 mg

Zinc

0.28 mg

0.12 mg

Phosphorus

39.00 mg

12.00 mg

Manganese

0.33 mg

0.04 mg

99+

Copper

0.21 mg

0.14 mg

Selenium

Not Available

0.60 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg

27.00 mg

Omega 6s

0.00 mg

99+

157.00 mg

Sterol

Water Content

65.00 g

99+

91.38 g

Ash

1.12 g

0.52 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

Not Available

31.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

147.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

147.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

400.00 kcal

300.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

170.00 kcal

50.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

320.00 kcal

Not Available

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit, Tropical

Tree fruit

Season

Monsoon

Autumn, Spring, Summer

Varieties

D24, D99 (Gob kecil), D123 (Chanee), D145 (Beserah), D158 (Gan Yau), D159 (Monthong), D169 (Tok Litok), D188, D189, D190, D163 (Hor Lor) and D164 (Ang Bak)

King, Bell, Sri Kembangan, Arkin and Fwang Tung

Seedless Variety

Color

Green

Golden yellow, Green

Inside Color

Yellow

Yellowish Green

Shape

Oval

Oval and Star(Cross section)

Texture

Tough

Crispy

Taste

Creamy, Sweet

Crisp, Juicy, Sweet

Origin

South-Eastern Asia

Sri Lanka

Grows on

Not Available

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay

Loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

5-6.5

4.5-7

Climatic Conditions

Hot, Humid

Moist, Warm to hot climate

Facts

Facts about

1 kg of durian contains 1350 calories which may cause weight gain.
It may have a hyperthermic effect on the body, making you feel warmer.
Study shows that durian has an ability to reduce infertility in men & women.

When carambola is cut horizontally, it forms a star.
It is believed that carambola helps to cure hangover.
Entire carambola is edible, including its skin.
2 varieties of carambola are cultivated: tart & sweet.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Spirits

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

Thailand

Taiwan

Other Countries

Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines

Australia, Guyana, India, Israel, Malaysia, Philippines, United States of America

Top Importer

China

Europe

Top Exporter

Thailand

Malaysia

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Durio zibethinus

Averrhoa carambola

Synonym

Lahia Hassk

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

Order

Malvales

Oxalidales

Family

Malvaceae

Oxalidaceae

Genus

Durio

Averrhoa

Species

D. zibethinus

A. carambola

Generic Group

Not Available

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Difference Between Durian and Carambola

We might think that Durian and Carambola are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Durian and Carambola Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Durian and Carambola is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Durian and Carambola with peel is Not Available and 31.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 147.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Durian and Carambola belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Durian and Carambola is Malvales and Oxalidales respectively. Durian belongs to Malvaceae family and Carambola belongs to Oxalidaceae family. Durian belongs to Durio genus of D. zibethinus species and Carambola belongs to Averrhoa genus of A. carambola species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.