Lime and Watermelon
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cholera treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Piles treatment, Scurvy treatment
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
General Benefits
Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Eye irritation, Hives, Inflammation, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Skin rash, Wheezing
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Chances of sunburn
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting
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
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., Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
10.50 g
99+
7.55 g
99+
Fiber
2.80 g
22
0.40 g
99+
Sugar
1.70 g
99+
6.20 g
99+
Protein
0.70 g
99+
0.61 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.07
20
0.08
18
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
28.00 mcg
18
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
31
0.03 mg
29
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.02 mg
37
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.20 mg
99+
0.18 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.22 mg
27
0.22 mg
26
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
39
0.05 mg
40
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
29.10 mg
30
8.10 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.22 mg
28
0.05 mg
39
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.60 mcg
31
0.10 mcg
35
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
4,532.00 mcg
2
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
8.00 mcg
33
Choline
5.10 mg
24
4.10 mg
27
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.15 g
38
Minerals
Potassium
102.00 mg
99+
112.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.60 mg
21
0.24 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
33.00 mg
13
7.00 mg
38
Magnesium
6.00 mg
29
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.11 mg
22
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
18.00 mg
27
11.00 mg
35
Manganese
0.01 mg
99+
0.04 mg
99+
Copper
0.07 mg
35
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
19.00 mg
25
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
36.00 mg
40
50.00 mg
32
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
2.00 mg
15
Water Content
88.26 g
17
91.45 g
6
Ash
0.30 g
38
0.25 g
39
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
30.00 kcal
23
30.00 kcal
23
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
340.00 kcal
12
Calories in Canned Form
20.68 kcal
26
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
30.00 kcal
38
30.00 kcal
38
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
252.00 kcal
18
Calories in Pie
420.00 kcal
2
150.00 kcal
99+
Characteristics
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Berry, Melon
Season
All seasons
Summer
Varieties
Key lime, Persian lime, Kaffir lime, Desert lime, Palestine Sweet Lime, Mexican Sweet Lime, Mary Ellen Sweet Lime
Sugar Baby, Sangria, Golden Midget, Starlight, Jubilee, Starbrite, Extazy, Stars 'n' Stripes, Mickylee, Yellow Baby, Yellow Doll, Little Baby Flower, Sweet Favorite and Cream of Saskatchewan
Seedless Variety
Yes
Yes
Color
Green
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White
Inside Color
Light Green
Red
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Crispy
Taste
Acidic, Sour
Sweet
Origin
India
Southern Africa
Grows on
Trees
Vines
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay loam, Sandy loam
Sandy, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-7.5
6-6.8
Climatic Conditions
Sunny, Warm to hot climate
Dry, Hot
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.
- Watermelon contain 91% of water.
- In Japan & Chine, watermelon is a popular gift to bring a host.
- Entire watermelon is edible, even the rinds & seeds.
- There are more than 1200 varieties grown in the world.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Argentina, Brazil, India, Mexico
Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Germany
Top Exporter
Mexico
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus aurantifolia
Citrullus Lanatus
Synonym
not available
Citrullus vulgaris
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Sapindales
Cucurbitales
Family
Rutaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Genus
Citrus
Citrullus
Species
C. aurantifolia
C. lanatus
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Gourd
Difference Between Lime and Watermelon
We might think that Lime and Watermelon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lime and Watermelon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lime and Watermelon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lime and Watermelon with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lime and Watermelon 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 Lime and Watermelon is Sapindales and Cucurbitales respectively. Lime belongs to Rutaceae family and Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Lime belongs to Citrus genus of C. aurantifolia species and Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
