Lemon and Olive

Lemon

Olive

Benefits

Health Benefits

Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism

Cancer prevention, Helps in cartilage regeneration, Prevents macular degeneration, Treatment of alzheimer's disease

General Benefits

Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Skin Benefits

Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases

Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff

Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling

Side Effects

Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn

Affects blood glucose levels, Dizziness, Stomach pain

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

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

Hardly eaten raw, Olive oil is consumed for many purposes.

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

9.30 g

99+

3.84 g

99+

Fiber

2.80 g

3.30 g

Sugar

2.50 g

99+

0.54 g

99+

Protein

1.10 g

1.03 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.12

0.26

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

3.00 mcg

20.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.04 mg

0.02 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg

0.01 mg

99+

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.10 mg

99+

0.24 mg

99+

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.19 mg

0.02 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.08 mg

0.03 mg

99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

11.00 mcg

3.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

53.00 mg

0.00 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.15 mg

3.81 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.00 mcg

1.40 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

11.00 mcg

510.00 mcg

Choline

5.10 mg

14.20 mg

Fat

0.30 g

15.32 g

Minerals

Potassium

138.00 mg

99+

42.00 mg

99+

Iron

0.60 mg

0.49 mg

Sodium

2.00 mg

1,556.00 mg

Calcium

26.00 mg

52.00 mg

Magnesium

8.00 mg

11.00 mg

Zinc

0.06 mg

0.04 mg

Phosphorus

16.00 mg

4.00 mg

99+

Manganese

0.03 mg

99+

0.00 mg

99+

Copper

0.04 mg

99+

0.12 mg

Selenium

0.40 mcg

0.90 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

26.00 mg

92.00 mg

Omega 6s

63.00 mg

1,215.00 mg

Sterol

Water Content

88.98 g

75.28 g

99+

Ash

0.30 g

4.53 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

Not Available

115.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

29.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

22.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

267.00 kcal

467.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

21.00 kcal

119.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

22.00 kcal

99+

60.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

250.00 kcal

200.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

285.00 kcal

240.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Citrus, Tree fruit

Tree fruit

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

Manzanillo, Sevillano, Mission, Ascolano, Barouni, Gordal, Rubra and Picholine

Seedless Variety

Yes

Color

Yellow, Yellowish-orange

Black, Green, Purple, Yellow

Inside Color

Yellow

Brown

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Succulent

Fleshy

Taste

Sour

Bitter

Origin

China, India

Eastern Mediterranean Region

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Well-drained

Soil pH

5.5-6.5

7-8

Climatic Conditions

Hot, Sunny

Warm to hot climate

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.

In ancient Greece, 1st eye shadow was made by adding olive oil in ground charcoal.
The most expensive form of olive oil is Extra Virgin.
Largest type of olive tree is known as donkey tree & smallest one is called bullet.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

China

Spain

Other Countries

Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America

Algeria, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

Mexico

Italy

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Citrus limon

Olea europaea

Synonym

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Sapindales

Lamiales

Family

Rutaceae

Oleaceae

Genus

Citrus

Olea

Species

C. limon

O. europaea

Generic Group

Citrus fruit

Olive

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Difference Between Lemon and Olive

We might think that Lemon and Olive are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lemon and Olive Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lemon and Olive is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lemon and Olive with peel is Not Available and 115.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 29.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Lemon and Olive 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 Lemon and Olive is Sapindales and Lamiales respectively. Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family and Olive belongs to Oleaceae family. Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species and Olive belongs to Olea genus of O. europaea species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.