Green Kiwi and Cucumber
Benefits
Health Benefits
Asthma treatment, Heart care, Prevents constipation, Treatment of skin Diseases
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Eczema treatment, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Removes toxic metals, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sore eyes
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Shiny hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Itching, Red rash, Runny nose, Sneezing, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Stressed heart, Irritation, Swelling, Swelling around mouth, Throat swelling, Tongue swelling, Strained blood vessels
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Not Available
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
Along with meal, 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
100 g
Carbs
14.66 g
28
3.63 g
99+
Fiber
3.00 g
20
0.50 g
40
Sugar
8.99 g
29
1.67 g
99+
Protein
1.14 g
20
0.65 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.07
20
0.19
8
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
4.00 mcg
31
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
34
0.03 mg
34
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
34
0.03 mg
27
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.34 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.18 mg
36
0.26 mg
20
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
27
0.04 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
25.00 mcg
9
7.00 mcg
28
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
92.70 mg
5
2.80 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.46 mg
6
0.03 mg
40
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
40.30 mcg
1
16.40 mcg
5
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
122.00 mcg
11
23.00 mcg
28
Choline
7.80 mg
11
6.00 mg
20
Fat
0.52 g
17
0.11 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
312.00 mg
18
147.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.31 mg
34
0.28 mg
37
Sodium
3.00 mg
17
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
34.00 mg
12
16.00 mg
25
Magnesium
17.00 mg
17
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.14 mg
19
0.20 mg
14
Phosphorus
34.00 mg
15
24.00 mg
21
Manganese
0.10 mg
32
0.08 mg
35
Copper
0.13 mg
14
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.20 mcg
15
0.30 mcg
14
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
42.00 mg
19
5.00 mg
33
Omega 6s
246.00 mg
8
28.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
7.30 mg
11
Water Content
83.07 g
99+
95.23 g
1
Ash
0.61 g
19
0.38 g
34
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
61.00 kcal
17
15.00 kcal
99+
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
12.00 kcal
25
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
352.00 kcal
10
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
105.00 kcal
6
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
61.00 kcal
21
Not Available
Calories in Jam
245.00 kcal
20
Not Available
Calories in Pie
345.00 kcal
10
Not Available
Characteristics
Type
Tropical
Fruit vegetable, Melon
Season
Spring, Summer, Winter
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Zhong Hua, Jing Li, Ruan Zao, Mao Hua and Huang Yan
Armenian, English, Garden, Kirby, Lemon and Persian
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Brown, Green
Dark green, Green
Inside Color
Green
White
Shape
Oval
Cylindrical
Texture
Succulent
Crunchy
Taste
Sour-Sweet, Tangy
Juicy, Watery
Origin
China
India
Grows on
Vines
Vines
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Loam
Soil pH
5.5-7
6-6.8
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Sunny
Warm
Facts
Facts about
- The name Kiwi is due to the resemblance with 'Kiwi' bird.
- Animals like monkeys and deer also consume Kiwifruit.
- Originated in china, this fruit is also called as 'Chinese gooseberry.'
- Outer waxy coating of cucumber can erase the pen writing.
- Pressing cucumber on roof of mouth for 30 sec will eliminate bad breath.
- It is made up of 96% water.
- English cucumber can grow longer than 2 feet.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Not Available
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Italy
China
Other Countries
Chile, France, Greece, Iran, Japan, New Zealand, Portugal, Turkey, United States of America
Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Russia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
France
Top Exporter
New Zealand
Spain
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Actinidia deliciosa
Cucumis sativus
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Ericales
Cucurbitales
Family
Actinidiaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Genus
Actinidia
Cucumis
Species
A. deliciosa
C. sativus
Generic Group
Kiwi
Not Available
Difference Between Green Kiwi and Cucumber
We might think that Green Kiwi and Cucumber are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Green Kiwi and Cucumber Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Green Kiwi and Cucumber is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Green Kiwi and Cucumber with peel is 61.00 kcal and 15.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 12.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Green Kiwi and Cucumber 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 Green Kiwi and Cucumber is Ericales and Cucurbitales respectively. Green Kiwi belongs to Actinidiaceae family and Cucumber belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Green Kiwi belongs to Actinidia genus of A. deliciosa species and Cucumber belongs to Cucumis genus of C. sativus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
