Lemon and Date
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Diarrhea treatment, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves muscular strength, Prevents constipation, Prevents nerve damage, Strengthening of bones
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Boosts immune system, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Intestinal gas, Stomach pain, Tooth decay, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
9.30 g
99+
75.03 g
2
Fiber
2.80 g
22
8.00 g
3
Sugar
2.50 g
99+
63.35 g
1
Protein
1.10 g
21
2.45 g
6
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.12
14
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
24
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.07 mg
13
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
1.27 mg
5
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.19 mg
34
0.59 mg
3
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg
20
0.17 mg
10
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
11.00 mcg
24
19.00 mcg
16
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
53.00 mg
15
0.40 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.15 mg
33
0.05 mg
39
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
2.70 mcg
23
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
11.00 mcg
30
75.00 mcg
18
Choline
5.10 mg
24
6.30 mg
17
Fat
0.30 g
28
0.39 g
22
Minerals
Potassium
138.00 mg
99+
656.00 mg
3
Iron
0.60 mg
21
1.02 mg
12
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
26.00 mg
17
39.00 mg
8
Magnesium
8.00 mg
27
43.00 mg
2
Zinc
0.06 mg
27
0.29 mg
9
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
62.00 mg
4
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.26 mg
17
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.21 mg
7
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
3.00 mcg
4
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
26.00 mg
23
3.00 mg
35
Omega 6s
63.00 mg
28
16.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
88.98 g
15
20.53 g
99+
Ash
0.30 g
38
1.60 g
4
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
282.00 kcal
2
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
29.00 kcal
24
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
22.00 kcal
27
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
267.00 kcal
25
290.00 kcal
18
Calories in Canned Form
21.00 kcal
25
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
22.00 kcal
99+
461.00 kcal
1
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
384.00 kcal
2
Calories in Pie
285.00 kcal
24
321.00 kcal
13
Characteristics
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Tropical
Season
All seasons
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Barhi, Dayri, Deglet Noor, Halawy, Khadrawy, Medjool, Thoory and Zahidi
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Black, Brown, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Yellow
Brown
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Fleshy
Taste
Sour
Sweet
Origin
China, India
Iraq
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
8-10
Climatic Conditions
Hot, Sunny
Hot, Warm
Facts
Facts about
- 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.
- Date is known as the tree of life in Middle east.
- Date palms cover 3% of the earth's total farmlands.
- Scholars believe that date (and not apple) was the real fruit mentioned in the Bible's Garden of Eden.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Not Available
Beer
Yes
Not Available
Spirits
Yes
Not Available
Cocktails
Yes
Not Available
Production
Top Producer
China
Egypt
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Algeria, Iraq, Oman, Pakistan, South Africa, United Arab Emirates
Top Importer
United States of America
India
Top Exporter
Mexico
United Arab Emirates
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus limon
Phoenix Dactylifera
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Arecidae
Order
Sapindales
Arecales
Family
Rutaceae
Arecaceae
Genus
Citrus
Phoenix
Species
C. limon
P. dactylifera
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Palm
Difference Between Lemon and Date
We might think that Lemon and Date are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lemon and Date Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lemon and Date is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lemon and Date with peel is Not Available and 282.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 29.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Lemon and Date belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Lemon and Date is Sapindales and Arecales respectively. Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family and Date belongs to Arecaceae family. Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species and Date belongs to Phoenix genus of P. dactylifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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