Feijoa

Pumpkin

Feijoa and Pumpkin

Feijoa

Pumpkin

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Anti depressant, Cancer prevention, Reduces nervous tension, Treatment of alzheimer's disease, Treatment of Lung disease

Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties

1.1.1 General Benefits

Digestive aid, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation, Strengthens bones, Treatment of common cold

Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones

1.2 Skin Benefits

Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin rejuvenation

Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation

1.3 Hair Benefits

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair

Regulates hair growth

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Kidney and gallbladder diseases

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 Best Time to Eat

As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)

Along with meal, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

12.92 g6.50 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

6.40 g0.50 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

8.20 g2.76 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.98 g1.00 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.050.15

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

NA426.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.01 mg0.05 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg0.11 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.30 mg0.60 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.23 mg0.30 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.06 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

23.00 mcg16.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

32.90 mg9.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.16 mg0.44 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

3.50 mcg1.10 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

5.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

27.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

NA0.00 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.60 g0.10 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

172.00 mg340.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.14 mg0.80 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

3.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

17.00 mg21.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

9.00 mg12.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.06 mg0.32 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

19.00 mg44.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.08 mg0.13 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.04 mg0.00 mg

0 2

2.2.2 Selenium

NA0.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.3 Fatty Acids

2.3.1 Omega 3s

58.00 mg82.22 mg

0 318

2.4.2 Omega 6s

214.00 mg49.00 mg

0 1689

2.6 Sterol

2.6.1 Phytosterol

NA0.00 mg

0 87

2.7 Water Content

83.28 g94.20 g

0 95.23

2.8 Ash

0.38 g1.40 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NA26.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

55.00 kcal30.00 kcal

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NANA

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

747.00 kcalNA

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NA34.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

25.00 kcal46.00 kcal

17 461

3.8.1 Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal130.00 kcal

49 420

3.9.2 Calories in Pie

300.00 kcal244.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit

Berry

4.2 Season

Autumn, Winter

All seasons

4.3 Varieties

Anatoki, Gemini, Kaiteri, Kakariki, Pounamu, Unique, Apollo, Den's Choice, Kakapo, Mammoth, Opal Star, Triumph and Wiki Tu

Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Green

Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White

4.6 Inside Color

White

Creamy Yellow

4.7 Shape

Oval

Round

4.8 Texture

Succulent

Fibrous

4.9 Taste

Sweet

Creamy, Soft, Sweet

4.10 Origin

Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay

Mexico

4.11 Grows on

Not Available

Vines

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Clay loam, Gravely loam, Sandy

Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

6-6.55.5-7.5

3.5 10

4.12.4 Climatic Conditions

Cold, Warm

Warm to hot climate

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

Feijoa is called as "pineapple guava" in some countries.
Feijoa tree is an ornamental plant that can also be used as hedge & windbreak.
All parts of feijoa fruit are edible(skin is mostly discarded).

The name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

New Zealand

China

5.3.2 Other Countries

Australia, Azerbaijan, India, Japan, United States of America

Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

China

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

New Zealand

China

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Acca sellowiana

Cucurbita maxima

6.2 Synonym

Feijoa sellowiana or Orthostemon sellowianus

Cucurbita pepo, Squash

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Rosidae

Dillenhidae

7.7 Order

Myrtales

Cucurbitales

7.8 Family

Myrtaceae

Cucurbitaceae

7.9 Genus

Acca

Cucurbita

7.10 Species

A. sellowiana

Cucurbita mixta

7.11 Generic Group

Myrtle

Not Available

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Difference Between Feijoa and Pumpkin

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Feijoa and Pumpkin with peel is Not Available and 26.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 55.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Feijoa and Pumpkin 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 Feijoa and Pumpkin is Myrtales and Cucurbitales respectively. Feijoa belongs to Myrtaceae family and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Feijoa belongs to Acca genus of A. sellowiana species and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.