Fig and Quince

Fig

Quince

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, Reduces nervous tension, Ulcer prevention

General Benefits

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

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Skin Benefits

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

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles

Hair Benefits

Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask

Regulates hair growth

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

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

Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

Allergic reaction

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)

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)

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

19.20 g

15.30 g

Fiber

2.90 g

1.90 g

Sugar

16.30 g

Not Available

Protein

0.80 g

0.40 g

99+

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.04

0.03

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

7.00 mcg

2.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.06 mg

0.02 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.05 mg

0.03 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.40 mg

0.20 mg

99+

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.30 mg

0.08 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.11 mg

0.04 mg

99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

6.00 mcg

3.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

2.00 mg

99+

15.00 mg

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.11 mg

Not Available

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

4.70 mcg

Not Available

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Not Available

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

9.00 mcg

Not Available

Choline

4.70 mg

Not Available

Fat

0.30 g

0.10 g

99+

Minerals

Potassium

232.00 mg

197.00 mg

Iron

0.37 mg

0.70 mg

Sodium

1.00 mg

4.00 mg

Calcium

35.00 mg

11.00 mg

Magnesium

17.00 mg

8.00 mg

Zinc

0.15 mg

0.04 mg

Phosphorus

14.00 mg

17.00 mg

Manganese

0.13 mg

Not Available

Copper

0.07 mg

0.13 mg

Selenium

0.20 mcg

0.60 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg

Omega 6s

144.00 mg

49.00 mg

Sterol

Phytosterol

31.00 mg

Not Available

Water Content

79.11 g

99+

83.80 g

99+

Ash

0.66 g

0.40 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

74.00 kcal

57.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

71.42 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

249.00 kcal

320.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

69.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

65.00 kcal

50.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

360.00 kcal

130.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

450.00 kcal

310.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Season

Summer, Winter

Winter

Varieties

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

Meech’s Prolific, Lusitanica, Champion and Vranja AGM

Seedless Variety

Yes

Color

Green, Purple, Red

Green, Yellow

Inside Color

Pink

White

Shape

Conical

Round

Texture

Fleshy

Crunchy

Taste

Sweet

Tart

Origin

Western Asia

Iran, South-West Asia, Turkey

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy

Loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

5-7

6-7

Climatic Conditions

Dry, Warm

Warm

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.

Due to its strong & fruity aroma, brides consumed quince to ensure "perfumed lips".
It is also called as ‘Pear of Cydonia’, being native to Caucasus and Iran.
They call it as the ‘golden apple’ of Greek Mythology.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

Turkey

Other Countries

Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America

Algeria, Argentina, Azerbaijan, China, Iran, Morocco, Serbia, Spain, Uzbekistan

Top Importer

France

United States of America

Top Exporter

Turkey

Argentina

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Ficus carica

Cydonia oblonga

Synonym

Not Available

C. vulgaris

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Alismidae

Rosidae

Order

Rosales

Family

Moraceae

Rosaceae

Genus

Ficus

Cydonia

Species

Ficus carica

C. oblonga

Generic Group

Mulberry

Rose

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Difference Between Fig and Quince

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Fig and Quince with peel is 74.00 kcal and 57.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Fig and Quince 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 Quince is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Fig belongs to Moraceae family and Quince belongs to Rosaceae family. Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species and Quince belongs to Cydonia genus of C. oblonga species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.