Lemon and Orange
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Lower blood pressure, Prevents constipation, Prevents diabetes, Strengthening of bones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Fainting, Runny nose, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed
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
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
9.30 g
99+
11.75 g
99+
Fiber
2.80 g
22
2.40 g
24
Sugar
2.50 g
99+
9.35 g
26
Protein
1.10 g
21
0.94 g
28
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.12
14
0.08
18
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
11.00 mcg
26
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
24
0.09 mg
8
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.04 mg
23
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.28 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.19 mg
34
0.25 mg
21
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg
20
0.06 mg
29
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
11.00 mcg
24
30.00 mcg
8
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
53.00 mg
15
53.20 mg
14
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.15 mg
33
0.18 mg
31
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
11.00 mcg
30
129.00 mcg
9
Choline
5.10 mg
24
8.40 mg
10
Fat
0.30 g
28
0.12 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
138.00 mg
99+
181.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.60 mg
21
0.10 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
26.00 mg
17
40.00 mg
7
Magnesium
8.00 mg
27
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.06 mg
27
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
14.00 mg
32
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.05 mg
99+
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
0.50 mcg
11
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
26.00 mg
23
7.00 mg
32
Omega 6s
63.00 mg
28
18.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
88.98 g
15
86.75 g
28
Ash
0.30 g
38
0.44 g
30
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
63.00 kcal
16
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
29.00 kcal
24
47.00 kcal
16
Calories in Frozen Form
22.00 kcal
27
45.00 kcal
19
Calories in Dried Form
267.00 kcal
25
300.00 kcal
17
Calories in Canned Form
21.00 kcal
25
61.00 kcal
18
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
22.00 kcal
99+
45.00 kcal
33
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
260.00 kcal
14
Calories in Pie
285.00 kcal
24
333.00 kcal
12
Characteristics
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Citrus
Season
All seasons
Winter
Varieties
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Sweet Orange - Persian orange, Navel orange, Valencia orange and Blood orange. Sour Orange - Seville orange, Bergamot orange, Chinotto orange and Daidai.
Seedless Variety
Yes
Yes
Color
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Orange
Inside Color
Yellow
Orange
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Succulent
Taste
Sour
Sweet-Sour
Origin
China, India
South-Eastern Asia
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Loam, Sandy loam
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Hot, Sunny
Hot
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.
- There are around 600 varieties of oranges available worldwide.
- More than 1 plant can grow from a single orange seed.
- Orange and orange blossoms are a symbol of love.
- Orange tree is usually propagated by grafting.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Brazil
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Germany
Top Exporter
Mexico
Spain
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus limon
Citrus sinensis
Synonym
Not Available
Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
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. limon
C. × sinensis
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Lemon and Orange
We might think that Lemon and Orange are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lemon and Orange Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lemon and Orange is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lemon and Orange with peel is Not Available and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 29.00 kcal and 47.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lemon and Orange 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 Lemon and Orange is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family and Orange belongs to Rutaceae family. Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species and Orange belongs to Citrus genus of C. × sinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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