Longan

Avocado

Longan and Avocado

Longan

Avocado

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Anti depressant, Anti-inflammatory properties, Healthy mucus membrane, prevents oral cavity cancer, Prevents anemia, Prevents cases of morning sickness, Prevents lung cancer, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of colonic diseases

Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease

1.1.1 General Benefits

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid, Gives you energy, Suppresses Arthritis

Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

1.2 Skin Benefits

Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation

Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots

1.3 Hair Benefits

Not Available

Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Itching, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing

1.5 Side Effects

Mouth irritation, Weight gain

Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 Best Time to Eat

As a snack in the late afternoon

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

15.00 g1.00 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

1.10 g6.70 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

NA0.70 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

1.30 g2.00 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.090.24

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

0.00 mcg7.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.04 mg0.10 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.50 mg0.10 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.00 mg1.70 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.30 mg1.40 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.00 mg0.30 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

0.00 mcg81.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

28.00 mg10.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

NA2.10 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

NA21.00 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

NA0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

NA271.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

NA14.20 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.40 g14.70 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

266.00 mg485.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.13 mg0.50 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

0.00 mg7.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

1.00 mg12.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

10.00 mg29.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.05 mg0.60 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

12.00 mg52.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

NA0.10 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.10 mg0.20 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.60 mcg0.40 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg236.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

0.00 mg1,689.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

NA87.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

78.00 g73.20 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.50 g1.60 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

83.00 kcal160.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NA172.40 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

NA686.40 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NANA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

50.00 kcal306.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

NA222.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

109.00 kcal288.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit, Tropical

Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical

4.2 Season

Mid to late summer

Summer

4.3 Varieties

Chompoo Longan, Kohala Seedling, Haew, Edau and Biew Kiew

Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Rusty brown

Dark green

4.6 Inside Color

Yellowish brown

White

4.7 Shape

Round

Oval

4.8 Texture

Fleshy

Juicy

4.9 Taste

Sweetish

Buttery

4.10 Origin

Mexico

Mexico, Central America

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Well-drained

Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated

4.12.2 Soil pH

5-76-6.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Sunny, Warm, Without frosts

Humid, Without frosts

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

Longan is also called as "Dragon's eye" in China as it gives an impression of an eyeball.
Longan seeds can be used to absorb the venom after the snake bite and they also help to stop bleeding.

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.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

Thailand

Mexico

5.3.2 Other Countries

Australia, Combodia, Taiwan, United States of America, Vietnam

Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

China

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Thailand

Mexico

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Dimocarpus longan

Persea Americana

6.2 Synonym

Dragon eye

Persea Gratissima

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Viridiplantae

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Tracheophyta

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Rosidae

Magnollidae

7.7 Order

Sapindales

Laurales

7.8 Family

Sapindaceae

Lauraceae

7.9 Genus

Dimocarpus

Persea

7.10 Species

D. longan

P. Americana

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

Laurel

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Difference Between Longan and Avocado

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Longan and Avocado with peel is 83.00 kcal and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Longan 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 Longan and Avocado is Sapindales and Laurales respectively. Longan belongs to Sapindaceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Longan belongs to Dimocarpus genus of D. longan species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.