Kumquat and Lemon
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Increases metabolic rate
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Shiny hair
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Coughing, Diarrhea, Digestive Problems, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
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, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.90 g
21
9.30 g
99+
Fiber
6.50 g
6
2.80 g
22
Sugar
9.36 g
25
2.50 g
99+
Protein
1.88 g
11
1.10 g
21
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.12
14
0.12
14
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
15.00 mcg
24
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
27
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.09 mg
11
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.43 mg
33
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.21 mg
30
0.19 mg
34
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.08 mg
20
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
17.00 mcg
18
11.00 mcg
24
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
43.90 mg
19
53.00 mg
15
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.15 mg
33
0.15 mg
33
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
129.00 mcg
9
11.00 mcg
30
Choline
8.40 mg
10
5.10 mg
24
Fat
0.86 g
8
0.30 g
28
Minerals
Potassium
486.00 mg
6
138.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.86 mg
14
0.60 mg
21
Sodium
10.00 mg
10
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
62.00 mg
3
26.00 mg
17
Magnesium
20.00 mg
14
8.00 mg
27
Zinc
0.17 mg
16
0.06 mg
27
Phosphorus
19.00 mg
26
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.14 mg
24
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.10 mg
23
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
47.00 mg
16
26.00 mg
23
Omega 6s
124.00 mg
15
63.00 mg
28
Sterol
Water Content
80.80 g
99+
88.98 g
15
Ash
0.50 g
26
0.30 g
38
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
71.00 kcal
12
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
29.00 kcal
24
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
22.00 kcal
27
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
267.00 kcal
25
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
21.00 kcal
25
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
130.00 kcal
7
22.00 kcal
99+
Calories in Jam
245.00 kcal
20
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
392.00 kcal
4
285.00 kcal
24
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Autumn, Winter
All seasons
Varieties
Hong Kong, Marumi, Meiwa, Centenniel and Nagami
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Orange, Red, Yellow
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Inside Color
Orange
Yellow
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Succulent
Taste
Sweet, Tart
Sour
Origin
China
China, India
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Warm
Hot, Sunny
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.
- Oil extracted from lemon peels is used for fingerboard of guitars.
- During Renaissance, ladies used lemons to redden their lips.
- Aroms of lemon decreases the level of stress hormones.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
No
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Brazil, Mexico, Spain, United States of America
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United Kingdom
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus japonica
Citrus limon
Synonym
Fortunella margarita
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Citrus
Citrus
Species
C. japonica
C. limon
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Kumquat and Lemon
We might think that Kumquat and Lemon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Kumquat and Lemon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Kumquat and Lemon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Kumquat and Lemon with peel is 71.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 29.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Kumquat and Lemon 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 Kumquat and Lemon is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Kumquat belongs to Rutaceae family and Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family. Kumquat belongs to Citrus genus of C. japonica species and Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
