Lemon and Papaya

Lemon

Papaya

Benefits

Health Benefits

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

Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Prevents macular degeneration, Prevents rheumatoid

General Benefits

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

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

Skin Benefits

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

Anti-aging benefits, Hydrates skin, Skin revitalization, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff

Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Softening mask, Treatment of dandruff

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

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

Abdominal pains, Carotenemia on excessive consumtion, Latex Allergy

Side Effects

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

Allergic reaction, Skin problems, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

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

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

Carbs

9.30 g

99+

10.82 g

99+

Fiber

2.80 g

1.70 g

Sugar

2.50 g

99+

7.82 g

Protein

1.10 g

0.50 g

99+

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.12

0.05

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

3.00 mcg

47.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.04 mg

0.02 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg

0.03 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.10 mg

99+

0.36 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.19 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.08 mg

0.04 mg

99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

11.00 mcg

38.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

53.00 mg

62.00 mg

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.15 mg

0.30 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.00 mcg

2.60 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

1,828.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

11.00 mcg

89.00 mcg

Choline

5.10 mg

6.10 mg

Fat

0.30 g

0.26 g

Minerals

Potassium

138.00 mg

99+

182.00 mg

99+

Iron

0.60 mg

0.25 mg

Sodium

2.00 mg

8.00 mg

Calcium

26.00 mg

20.00 mg

Magnesium

8.00 mg

21.00 mg

Zinc

0.06 mg

0.08 mg

Phosphorus

16.00 mg

10.00 mg

Manganese

0.03 mg

99+

0.04 mg

99+

Copper

0.04 mg

99+

0.11 mg

Selenium

0.40 mcg

0.10 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

26.00 mg

47.00 mg

Omega 6s

63.00 mg

11.00 mg

99+

Sterol

Water Content

88.98 g

88.00 g

Ash

0.30 g

0.60 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

Not Available

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

29.00 kcal

43.00 kcal

Calories in Frozen Form

22.00 kcal

39.28 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

267.00 kcal

258.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

21.00 kcal

57.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

22.00 kcal

99+

57.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

250.00 kcal

260.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

285.00 kcal

220.00 kcal

99+

Characteristics

Type

Citrus, Tree fruit

Melon, Tree fruit

Season

All seasons

Varieties

Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron

Coorg Honey Dew, Pusa Dwarf, Pusa Giant, Pusa Majesty, Pusa Delicious, Pusa Dwarf, Solo, Ranchi, Taiwan-785 and Taiwan-786

Seedless Variety

Yes

Color

Yellow, Yellowish-orange

Orange, Yellow

Inside Color

Yellow

Orange

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Succulent

Fleshy

Taste

Sour

Luscious, Sweet

Origin

China, India

Mexico, Central America

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Well-drained

Rocky, Sandy, Well-drained

Soil pH

5.5-6.5

4.5-8

Climatic Conditions

Hot, Sunny

Warm, Without frosts

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.

Papaya seeds show contraceptive effects in male monkeys.
Their seeds are used as a replacement for black pepper in some nations due to peppery taste.
Papaya is known by funny names like paw paw or papaw and the mamao.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

China

India

Other Countries

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

Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

Mexico

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Citrus limon

Carica papaya

Synonym

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Dillenhidae

Order

Sapindales

Brassicales

Family

Rutaceae

Caricaceae

Genus

Citrus

Carica

Species

C. limon

C. papaya

Generic Group

Citrus fruit

Papaya

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Difference Between Lemon and Papaya

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lemon and Papaya with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 29.00 kcal and 43.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lemon and Papaya 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 Papaya is Sapindales and Brassicales respectively. Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family and Papaya belongs to Caricaceae family. Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species and Papaya belongs to Carica genus of C. papaya species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.