Lemon and Physalis
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Cancer prevention, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Reduces blood circulation problems, Treatment of cough, fever & sore throat, Treatment of Hypertension
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Treatment of asthma, Treatment of cataract, Treatment of hepatitis, Treatment of macular degeneration, Treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Treatment of Rheumatism & Dermatitis, Treatment of Skin Inflammation
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Unknown
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
NA
Side Effects
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
Hypertension, Ventricular Tachycardia
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
As a snack in the late afternoon, 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+
13.30 g
36
Fiber
2.80 g
22
0.50 g
40
Sugar
2.50 g
99+
3.90 g
99+
Protein
1.10 g
21
2.30 g
8
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.12
14
0.17
10
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
150.00 mcg
5
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
24
0.11 mg
3
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.04 mg
23
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
2.80 mg
1
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.19 mg
34
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg
20
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
11.00 mcg
24
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
53.00 mg
15
28.00 mg
32
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.15 mg
33
0.50 mg
19
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
11.00 mcg
30
Not Available
Choline
5.10 mg
24
2.00 mg
30
Fat
0.30 g
28
0.00 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
138.00 mg
99+
170.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.60 mg
21
1.30 mg
11
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
Not Available
Calcium
26.00 mg
17
12.00 mg
29
Magnesium
8.00 mg
27
8.00 mg
27
Zinc
0.06 mg
27
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
39.00 mg
9
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.40 mg
9
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.10 mg
22
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
26.00 mg
23
Not Available
Omega 6s
63.00 mg
28
Not Available
Sterol
Water Content
88.98 g
15
Not Available
Ash
0.30 g
38
0.80 g
13
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
77.00 kcal
9
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
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
21.00 kcal
25
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
22.00 kcal
99+
60.00 kcal
22
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
238.00 kcal
22
Calories in Pie
285.00 kcal
24
320.00 kcal
14
Characteristics
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Fruit vegetable
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
Physalis franchetii, Physalis pruinosa, Physalis peruviana, Physalis heterophylla and Physalis philadelphica
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Bright Yellow, Orange
Inside Color
Yellow
Orange
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Juicy
Taste
Sour
NA
Origin
China, India
Chile, Peru
Grows on
Trees
Bushes
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
NA
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
5-6.1
Climatic Conditions
Hot, Sunny
NA
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.
NA
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
No
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
NA
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
NA
Top Importer
United States of America
Netherlands
Top Exporter
Mexico
Colombia
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus limon
Physalis Peruviana
Synonym
Not Available
Alkekengi, Herschellia & Pentaphitrum
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Asteridae
Order
Sapindales
Solanales
Family
Rutaceae
Solanaceae
Genus
Citrus
Physalis
Species
C. limon
Physalis
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Not Available
Difference Between Lemon and Physalis
We might think that Lemon and Physalis are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lemon and Physalis Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lemon and Physalis is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lemon and Physalis with peel is Not Available and 77.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 29.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Lemon and Physalis 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 Physalis is Sapindales and Solanales respectively. Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family and Physalis belongs to Solanaceae family. Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species and Physalis belongs to Physalis genus of Physalis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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