Lychee and Blueberry
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
Anti depressant, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
16.53 g
19
14.49 g
29
Fiber
1.30 g
33
2.40 g
24
Sugar
15.23 g
8
9.96 g
21
Protein
0.83 g
35
0.74 g
39
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
0.00 mcg
37
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.04 mg
27
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.07 mg
14
0.04 mg
22
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg
24
0.42 mg
34
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.00 mg
99+
0.12 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg
15
0.05 mg
35
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg
21
6.00 mcg
29
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
71.50 mg
7
9.70 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.07 mg
38
0.57 mg
17
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.40 mcg
33
19.30 mcg
4
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
80.00 mcg
17
Choline
7.10 mg
14
6.00 mg
20
Fat
0.44 g
20
0.33 g
25
Minerals
Potassium
171.00 mg
99+
77.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.13 mg
99+
0.28 mg
37
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
5.00 mg
99+
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
6.00 mg
29
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.16 mg
17
Phosphorus
31.00 mg
16
12.00 mg
34
Manganese
0.06 mg
99+
0.34 mg
13
Copper
0.15 mg
11
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
65.00 mg
12
58.00 mg
13
Omega 6s
67.00 mg
27
88.00 mg
22
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
26.40 mg
5
Water Content
81.76 g
99+
84.21 g
39
Ash
0.44 g
30
0.24 g
40
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
57.00 kcal
19
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
66.00 kcal
10
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
77.73 kcal
8
51.00 kcal
14
Calories in Dried Form
277.00 kcal
21
325.00 kcal
13
Calories in Canned Form
91.00 kcal
8
88.00 kcal
9
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
280.00 kcal
28
245.00 kcal
36
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Berry
Season
Spring, Summer
Summer
Varieties
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Pink Lemonade, Bluecrop, Bluejay, Blueray, Bonus, Duke, Elliott, Jersey, Nelson, Northland, Patriot, Sierra, Spartan, Northcountry, Northsky and Premier and Climax
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Bright red, Pink red
Blue, Indigo
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Greyish-white
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Fleshy
Juicy
Taste
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Sweet
Origin
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
North America
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Porous, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
4.5-5.5
Climatic Conditions
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- The seed of Lychee fruit is toxic & can adversely affect the digestive system.
- This fruit gives a smoky flavor when eaten dried.
- This fruit is a symbol of love and romance in China.
- National blueberry month is July as blueberries are harvested in July.
- They are the official berries of Nova Scotia, Canada.
- Blueberries are used as natural food color and can protect you from memory loss.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
United States of America
Other Countries
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Poland
Top Importer
Hong Kong
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
Chile
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Litchi chinensis
Vaccinium myrtillus
Synonym
Nephelium litchi
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Sapindales
Ericales
Family
Sapindaceae
Ericaceae
Genus
Litchi
Vaccinium
Species
L. chinensis
V. myrtillus
Generic Group
Soapberry
Heath
Difference Between Lychee and Blueberry
We might think that Lychee and Blueberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lychee and Blueberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lychee and Blueberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lychee and Blueberry with peel is Not Available and 57.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 66.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Lychee and Blueberry 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 Lychee and Blueberry is Sapindales and Ericales respectively. Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family and Blueberry belongs to Ericaceae family. Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species and Blueberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of V. myrtillus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
