Loquat and Honeydew
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension, Reduces blood circulation problems, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate, Strengthening of bones
Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Treatment of skin Diseases
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Sneezing, Swelling of face, Watery eyes
Abdominal cramps, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Hives, Hoarseness, Itching in eyes, Itching of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Skin rash, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
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., Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
12.14 g
40
9.09 g
99+
Fiber
1.70 g
29
0.80 g
38
Sugar
Not Available
8.12 g
34
Protein
0.40 g
99+
0.54 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
76.00 mcg
8
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.02 mg
39
0.04 mg
26
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
35
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.18 mg
99+
0.42 mg
34
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available
0.16 mg
39
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg
15
0.09 mg
16
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg
21
19.00 mcg
16
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Not Available
18.00 mg
39
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
0.02 mg
99+
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
2.90 mcg
21
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
27.00 mcg
26
Choline
Not Available
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
266.00 mg
24
228.00 mg
32
Iron
0.28 mg
37
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
18.00 mg
6
Calcium
16.00 mg
25
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.05 mg
28
0.09 mg
24
Phosphorus
27.00 mg
19
11.00 mg
35
Manganese
0.15 mg
22
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.02 mg
99+
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.70 mcg
9
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
13.00 mg
28
33.00 mg
21
Omega 6s
77.00 mg
26
26.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
2.00 mg
15
Not Available
Water Content
86.73 g
29
89.82 g
12
Ash
0.50 g
26
0.41 g
32
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
47.00 kcal
26
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
36.00 kcal
19
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
36.00 kcal
24
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
268.00 kcal
24
Calories in Canned Form
67.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
Not Available
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
Not Available
290.00 kcal
11
Calories in Pie
Not Available
310.00 kcal
16
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Melon
Season
Winter
All seasons
Varieties
Ahdar, Ahmar, Asfar, Blush, Champagne, Early Red, Eulalia, Fire Ball, Golden Red, Golden Yellow, Oliver, Thales, Thames Pride, Victor and Wolfe
Green Flesh, Yellow Rind and Orange Flesh
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Orange, Yellow
Green, Yellow
Inside Color
Orange
Light Green
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet, Tart
Sweet
Origin
China
France
Grows on
Trees
Not Available
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm to hot climate
Warm
Facts
Facts about
- Loquats are used in plum wine manufacturing.
- Dried leaves of loquat are used to make herbal tea.
- The seeds of loquat are slightly toxic & the symptoms of intoxication are nausea, vomiting & shortness of breath.
- The average weight of honeydew melon is 6 pounds.
- 90% of a honeydew is water.
- In middle east countries, dried and roasted honeydew seeds are consumed as snacks.
- Honeydew melons can be 15-22 mm long.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Japan
China
Other Countries
Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey
Brazil, Egypt, India, Iran, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
China
Not Available
Top Exporter
Spain
Not Available
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Eriobotrya japonica
Cucumis melo
Synonym
Crataegus bibas or Mespilus japonica or Photinia japonica
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Rosales
Cucurbitales
Family
Rosaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Genus
Eriobotrya
Cucumis
Species
E. japonica
C. melo
Generic Group
Rose
Gourd
Difference Between Loquat and Honeydew
We might think that Loquat and Honeydew are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Loquat and Honeydew Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Loquat and Honeydew is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Loquat and Honeydew with peel is 47.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 36.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Loquat and Honeydew belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Loquat and Honeydew is Rosales and Cucurbitales respectively. Loquat belongs to Rosaceae family and Honeydew belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Loquat belongs to Eriobotrya genus of E. japonica species and Honeydew belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
