Kumquat and Avocado
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Increases metabolic rate
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Shiny 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 pains, Coughing, Diarrhea, Digestive Problems, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, 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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
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
15.90 g
21
1.00 g
99+
Fiber
6.50 g
6
6.70 g
5
Sugar
9.36 g
25
0.70 g
99+
Protein
1.88 g
11
2.00 g
10
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.12
14
0.24
4
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
15.00 mcg
24
7.00 mcg
29
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
27
0.10 mg
7
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.09 mg
11
0.10 mg
10
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.43 mg
33
1.70 mg
3
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.21 mg
30
1.40 mg
1
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.30 mg
4
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
17.00 mcg
18
81.00 mcg
1
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
43.90 mg
19
10.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.15 mg
33
2.10 mg
2
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
21.00 mcg
2
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
129.00 mcg
9
271.00 mcg
4
Choline
8.40 mg
10
14.20 mg
1
Fat
0.86 g
8
14.70 g
3
Minerals
Potassium
486.00 mg
6
485.00 mg
7
Iron
0.86 mg
14
0.50 mg
24
Sodium
10.00 mg
10
7.00 mg
12
Calcium
62.00 mg
3
12.00 mg
29
Magnesium
20.00 mg
14
29.00 mg
6
Zinc
0.17 mg
16
0.60 mg
4
Phosphorus
19.00 mg
26
52.00 mg
6
Manganese
0.14 mg
24
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.10 mg
23
0.20 mg
8
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
47.00 mg
16
236.00 mg
2
Omega 6s
124.00 mg
15
1,689.00 mg
1
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
87.00 mg
1
Water Content
80.80 g
99+
73.20 g
99+
Ash
0.50 g
26
1.60 g
4
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
71.00 kcal
12
160.00 kcal
3
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
172.40 kcal
2
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
686.40 kcal
2
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
130.00 kcal
7
306.00 kcal
2
Calories in Jam
245.00 kcal
20
222.00 kcal
23
Calories in Pie
392.00 kcal
4
288.00 kcal
23
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn, Winter
Summer
Varieties
Hong Kong, Marumi, Meiwa, Centenniel and Nagami
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Dark green
Inside Color
Orange
White
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet, Tart
Buttery
Origin
China
Mexico, Central America
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Soil pH
6-6.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Warm
Humid, Without frosts
Facts
Facts about
- The entire kumquat fruit is edible, except few seeds.
- The taste of kumquat skin is sweet while inner flesh is tart.
- There are some hybrid varieties of kumquats such as mandarinquats, orangequats and limequats.
- 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
No
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Mexico
Other Countries
Brazil, Mexico, Spain, United States of America
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Top Importer
United Kingdom
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus japonica
Persea Americana
Synonym
Fortunella margarita
Persea Gratissima
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Magnollidae
Order
Sapindales
Laurales
Family
Rutaceae
Lauraceae
Genus
Citrus
Persea
Species
C. japonica
P. Americana
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Laurel
Difference Between Kumquat and Avocado
We might think that Kumquat and Avocado are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Kumquat and Avocado Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Kumquat and Avocado is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Kumquat and Avocado with peel is 71.00 kcal and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Kumquat 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 Kumquat and Avocado is Sapindales and Laurales respectively. Kumquat belongs to Rutaceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Kumquat belongs to Citrus genus of C. japonica species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
