Fig and Lychee
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
General Benefits
Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
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)
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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
19.20 g
13
16.53 g
19
Fiber
2.90 g
21
1.30 g
33
Sugar
16.30 g
5
15.23 g
8
Protein
0.80 g
37
0.83 g
35
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.04
24
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
7.00 mcg
29
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.06 mg
15
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.07 mg
14
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.40 mg
36
0.60 mg
24
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
12
0.00 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.11 mg
12
0.10 mg
15
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
6.00 mcg
29
14.00 mcg
21
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.00 mg
99+
71.50 mg
7
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.11 mg
36
0.07 mg
38
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
4.70 mcg
15
0.40 mcg
33
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
9.00 mcg
32
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
4.70 mg
26
7.10 mg
14
Fat
0.30 g
28
0.44 g
20
Minerals
Potassium
232.00 mg
30
171.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.37 mg
30
0.13 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
35.00 mg
11
5.00 mg
99+
Magnesium
17.00 mg
17
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.15 mg
18
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
14.00 mg
32
31.00 mg
16
Manganese
0.13 mg
25
0.06 mg
99+
Copper
0.07 mg
32
0.15 mg
11
Selenium
0.20 mcg
15
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
65.00 mg
12
Omega 6s
144.00 mg
14
67.00 mg
27
Sterol
Phytosterol
31.00 mg
4
Not Available
Water Content
79.11 g
99+
81.76 g
99+
Ash
0.66 g
17
0.44 g
30
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
74.00 kcal
10
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
66.00 kcal
10
Calories in Frozen Form
71.42 kcal
9
77.73 kcal
8
Calories in Dried Form
249.00 kcal
30
277.00 kcal
21
Calories in Canned Form
69.00 kcal
15
91.00 kcal
8
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
65.00 kcal
19
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
360.00 kcal
5
260.00 kcal
14
Calories in Pie
450.00 kcal
1
280.00 kcal
28
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Summer, Winter
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Green, Purple, Red
Bright red, Pink red
Inside Color
Pink
Greyish-white
Shape
Conical
Oval
Texture
Fleshy
Fleshy
Taste
Sweet
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Origin
Western Asia
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5-7
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Warm
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, 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 seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
- This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
- This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Turkey
China
Other Countries
Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Top Importer
France
Hong Kong
Top Exporter
Turkey
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ficus carica
Litchi chinensis
Synonym
Not Available
Nephelium litchi
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Alismidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Sapindales
Family
Moraceae
Sapindaceae
Genus
Ficus
Litchi
Species
Ficus carica
L. chinensis
Generic Group
Mulberry
Soapberry
Difference Between Fig and Lychee
We might think that Fig and Lychee are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Fig and Lychee Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Fig and Lychee is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Fig and Lychee with peel is 74.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 66.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Fig and Lychee belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Fig and Lychee is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Fig belongs to Moraceae family and Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family. Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species and Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
