Honeydew and Avocado
Benefits
Health Benefits
Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Treatment of skin Diseases
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
General Benefits
Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Hives, Hoarseness, Itching in eyes, Itching of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Skin rash, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
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, 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
100 g
Carbs
9.09 g
99+
1.00 g
99+
Fiber
0.80 g
38
6.70 g
5
Sugar
8.12 g
34
0.70 g
99+
Protein
0.54 g
99+
2.00 g
10
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.24
4
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
7.00 mcg
29
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
26
0.10 mg
7
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.10 mg
10
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
34
1.70 mg
3
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.16 mg
39
1.40 mg
1
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.09 mg
16
0.30 mg
4
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
19.00 mcg
16
81.00 mcg
1
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
18.00 mg
39
10.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.02 mg
99+
2.10 mg
2
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.90 mcg
21
21.00 mcg
2
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
27.00 mcg
26
271.00 mcg
4
Choline
7.60 mg
13
14.20 mg
1
Fat
0.14 g
39
14.70 g
3
Minerals
Potassium
228.00 mg
32
485.00 mg
7
Iron
0.17 mg
99+
0.50 mg
24
Sodium
18.00 mg
6
7.00 mg
12
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
12.00 mg
29
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
29.00 mg
6
Zinc
0.09 mg
24
0.60 mg
4
Phosphorus
11.00 mg
35
52.00 mg
6
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.02 mg
99+
0.20 mg
8
Selenium
0.70 mcg
9
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
33.00 mg
21
236.00 mg
2
Omega 6s
26.00 mg
99+
1,689.00 mg
1
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
87.00 mg
1
Water Content
89.82 g
12
73.20 g
99+
Ash
0.41 g
32
1.60 g
4
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
160.00 kcal
3
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
36.00 kcal
19
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
36.00 kcal
24
172.40 kcal
2
Calories in Dried Form
268.00 kcal
24
686.40 kcal
2
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
306.00 kcal
2
Calories in Jam
290.00 kcal
11
222.00 kcal
23
Calories in Pie
310.00 kcal
16
288.00 kcal
23
Characteristics
Type
Melon
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
All seasons
Summer
Varieties
Green Flesh, Yellow Rind and Orange Flesh
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Green, Yellow
Dark green
Inside Color
Light Green
White
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet
Buttery
Origin
France
Mexico, Central America
Grows on
Not Available
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Soil pH
6-6.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Humid, Without frosts
Facts
Facts about
- The average weight of honeydew melon is 6 pounds.
- 90% of a honeydew is water.
- In middle east countries, dried and roasted honeydew seeds are consumed as snacks.
- Honeydew melons can be 15-22 mm long.
- 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
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Mexico
Other Countries
Brazil, Egypt, India, Iran, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Top Importer
Not Available
United States of America
Top Exporter
Not Available
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucumis melo
Persea Americana
Synonym
Not Available
Persea Gratissima
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Magnollidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Laurales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Lauraceae
Genus
Cucumis
Persea
Species
C. melo
P. Americana
Generic Group
Gourd
Laurel
Difference Between Honeydew and Avocado
We might think that Honeydew and Avocado are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Honeydew and Avocado Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Honeydew and Avocado is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Honeydew and Avocado with peel is Not Available and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 36.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Honeydew 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 Honeydew and Avocado is Cucurbitales and Laurales respectively. Honeydew belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Honeydew belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
