Honeydew and Pumpkin
Benefits
Health Benefits
Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Treatment of skin Diseases
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
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 respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Regulates hair growth
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 cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Kidney and gallbladder diseases
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, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
9.09 g
99+
6.50 g
99+
Fiber
0.80 g
38
0.50 g
40
Sugar
8.12 g
34
2.76 g
99+
Protein
0.54 g
99+
1.00 g
25
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.15
11
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
426.00 mcg
1
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
26
0.05 mg
21
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.11 mg
8
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
34
0.60 mg
25
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.16 mg
39
0.30 mg
13
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.09 mg
16
0.06 mg
28
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
19.00 mcg
16
16.00 mcg
19
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
18.00 mg
39
9.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.02 mg
99+
0.44 mg
20
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.90 mcg
21
1.10 mcg
29
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
27.00 mcg
26
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
7.60 mg
13
0.00 mg
32
Fat
0.14 g
39
0.10 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
228.00 mg
32
340.00 mg
14
Iron
0.17 mg
99+
0.80 mg
16
Sodium
18.00 mg
6
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
21.00 mg
21
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
12.00 mg
23
Zinc
0.09 mg
24
0.32 mg
8
Phosphorus
11.00 mg
35
44.00 mg
7
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.13 mg
26
Copper
0.02 mg
99+
0.00 mg
99+
Selenium
0.70 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
33.00 mg
21
82.22 mg
10
Omega 6s
26.00 mg
99+
49.00 mg
33
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
89.82 g
12
94.20 g
3
Ash
0.41 g
32
1.40 g
5
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
26.00 kcal
38
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
36.00 kcal
19
30.00 kcal
23
Calories in Frozen Form
36.00 kcal
24
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
268.00 kcal
24
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
34.00 kcal
24
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
46.00 kcal
32
Calories in Jam
290.00 kcal
11
130.00 kcal
35
Calories in Pie
310.00 kcal
16
244.00 kcal
37
Characteristics
Type
Melon
Berry
Season
All seasons
All seasons
Varieties
Green Flesh, Yellow Rind and Orange Flesh
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Green, Yellow
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White
Inside Color
Light Green
Creamy Yellow
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Fibrous
Taste
Sweet
Creamy, Soft, Sweet
Origin
France
Mexico
Grows on
Not Available
Vines
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
5.5-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Warm to hot climate
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 name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
- The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
- Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
No
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Brazil, Egypt, India, Iran, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America
Top Importer
Not Available
United States of America
Top Exporter
Not Available
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucumis melo
Cucurbita maxima
Synonym
Not Available
Cucurbita pepo, Squash
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Cucurbitales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Genus
Cucumis
Cucurbita
Species
C. melo
Cucurbita mixta
Generic Group
Gourd
Not Available
Difference Between Honeydew and Pumpkin
We might think that Honeydew and Pumpkin are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Honeydew and Pumpkin Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Honeydew and Pumpkin is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Honeydew and Pumpkin with peel is Not Available and 26.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 36.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Honeydew and Pumpkin belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Honeydew and Pumpkin is Cucurbitales and Cucurbitales respectively. Honeydew belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Honeydew belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
