Lime and Avocado
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cholera treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Piles treatment, Scurvy treatment
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
General Benefits
Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, 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
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Eye irritation, Hives, Inflammation, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Skin rash, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Chances of sunburn
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, Best to drink warm water with lime on an empty stomach, Don't consume at night and before bed
Along with meal, 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
100 g
Carbs
10.50 g
99+
1.00 g
99+
Fiber
2.80 g
22
6.70 g
5
Sugar
1.70 g
99+
0.70 g
99+
Protein
0.70 g
99+
2.00 g
10
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.07
20
0.24
4
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
7.00 mcg
29
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
31
0.10 mg
7
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.10 mg
10
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.20 mg
99+
1.70 mg
3
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.22 mg
27
1.40 mg
1
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
39
0.30 mg
4
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
81.00 mcg
1
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
29.10 mg
30
10.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.22 mg
28
2.10 mg
2
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.60 mcg
31
21.00 mcg
2
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
271.00 mcg
4
Choline
5.10 mg
24
14.20 mg
1
Fat
0.20 g
33
14.70 g
3
Minerals
Potassium
102.00 mg
99+
485.00 mg
7
Iron
0.60 mg
21
0.50 mg
24
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
7.00 mg
12
Calcium
33.00 mg
13
12.00 mg
29
Magnesium
6.00 mg
29
29.00 mg
6
Zinc
0.11 mg
22
0.60 mg
4
Phosphorus
18.00 mg
27
52.00 mg
6
Manganese
0.01 mg
99+
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.07 mg
35
0.20 mg
8
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
19.00 mg
25
236.00 mg
2
Omega 6s
36.00 mg
40
1,689.00 mg
1
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
87.00 mg
1
Water Content
88.26 g
17
73.20 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
160.00 kcal
3
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
30.00 kcal
23
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
172.40 kcal
2
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
686.40 kcal
2
Calories in Canned Form
20.68 kcal
26
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
30.00 kcal
38
306.00 kcal
2
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
222.00 kcal
23
Calories in Pie
420.00 kcal
2
288.00 kcal
23
Characteristics
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
All seasons
Summer
Varieties
Key lime, Persian lime, Kaffir lime, Desert lime, Palestine Sweet Lime, Mexican Sweet Lime, Mary Ellen Sweet Lime
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Green
Dark green
Inside Color
Light Green
White
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Juicy
Taste
Acidic, Sour
Buttery
Origin
India
Mexico, Central America
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay loam, Sandy loam
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Soil pH
6-7.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Sunny, Warm to hot climate
Humid, Without frosts
Facts
Facts about
- Lime is the called as the powerhouse of flavors.
- Fresh lime juice is so acidic that it can dissolve concrete.
- Limes are more fragrant and acidic than lemons.
- Persian limes are almost seedless and thorn less.
- The oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
- Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
- Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Mexico
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Mexico
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Mexico
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus aurantifolia
Persea Americana
Synonym
not available
Persea Gratissima
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Magnollidae
Order
Sapindales
Laurales
Family
Rutaceae
Lauraceae
Genus
Citrus
Persea
Species
C. aurantifolia
P. Americana
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Laurel
Difference Between Lime and Avocado
We might think that Lime and Avocado are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lime and Avocado Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lime and Avocado is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lime and Avocado with peel is Not Available and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Lime and Avocado 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 Lime and Avocado is Sapindales and Laurales respectively. Lime belongs to Rutaceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Lime belongs to Citrus genus of C. aurantifolia species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
