Fig and Avocado

Fig

Avocado

Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension

Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease

General Benefits

Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Skin Benefits

Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne

Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots

Hair Benefits

Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask

Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing

Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Best Time to Eat

Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)

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

Carbs

19.20 g

1.00 g

99+

Fiber

2.90 g

6.70 g

Sugar

16.30 g

0.70 g

99+

Protein

0.80 g

2.00 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.04

0.24

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

7.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.06 mg

0.10 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.05 mg

0.10 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.40 mg

1.70 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.30 mg

1.40 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.11 mg

0.30 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

6.00 mcg

81.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

2.00 mg

99+

10.00 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.11 mg

2.10 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

4.70 mcg

21.00 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

9.00 mcg

271.00 mcg

Choline

4.70 mg

14.20 mg

Fat

0.30 g

14.70 g

Minerals

Potassium

232.00 mg

485.00 mg

Iron

0.37 mg

0.50 mg

Sodium

1.00 mg

7.00 mg

Calcium

35.00 mg

12.00 mg

Magnesium

17.00 mg

29.00 mg

Zinc

0.15 mg

0.60 mg

Phosphorus

14.00 mg

52.00 mg

Manganese

0.13 mg

0.10 mg

Copper

0.07 mg

0.20 mg

Selenium

0.20 mcg

0.40 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg

236.00 mg

Omega 6s

144.00 mg

1,689.00 mg

Sterol

Phytosterol

31.00 mg

87.00 mg

Water Content

79.11 g

99+

73.20 g

99+

Ash

0.66 g

1.60 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

74.00 kcal

160.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

71.42 kcal

172.40 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

249.00 kcal

686.40 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

69.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

65.00 kcal

306.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

360.00 kcal

222.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

450.00 kcal

288.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical

Season

Summer, Winter

Summer

Varieties

Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig

Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano

Seedless Variety

Yes

Color

Green, Purple, Red

Dark green

Inside Color

Pink

White

Shape

Conical

Oval

Texture

Fleshy

Juicy

Taste

Sweet

Buttery

Origin

Western Asia

Mexico, Central America

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy

Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated

Soil pH

5-7

6-6.5

Climatic Conditions

Dry, Warm

Humid, Without frosts

Facts

Facts about

Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.

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

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

Turkey

Mexico

Other Countries

Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, 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

Turkey

Mexico

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Ficus carica

Persea Americana

Synonym

Not Available

Persea Gratissima

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Alismidae

Magnollidae

Order

Rosales

Laurales

Family

Moraceae

Lauraceae

Genus

Ficus

Persea

Species

Ficus carica

P. Americana

Generic Group

Mulberry

Laurel

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Difference Between Fig and Avocado

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Fig and Avocado with peel is 74.00 kcal and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Fig 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 Fig and Avocado is Rosales and Laurales respectively. Fig belongs to Moraceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.