Lychee and Jackfruit
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Prevents constipation, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of colonic diseases
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Controls blood pressure, Cures cough, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Improves eye vision, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles
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 cramps, Diarrhea, Skin Rashes, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Allergic reaction, Coagulation
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Not Available
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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
Along with meal, 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
16.53 g
19
23.30 g
10
Fiber
1.30 g
33
1.50 g
31
Sugar
15.23 g
8
19.08 g
4
Protein
0.83 g
35
1.72 g
12
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.07
20
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
0.00 mcg
37
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.11 mg
5
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.07 mg
14
0.06 mg
17
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg
24
0.92 mg
10
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.00 mg
99+
0.24 mg
23
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg
15
0.33 mg
2
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg
21
24.00 mcg
10
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
71.50 mg
7
13.80 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.07 mg
38
0.34 mg
22
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.40 mcg
33
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
157.00 mcg
5
Choline
7.10 mg
14
Not Available
Fat
0.44 g
20
0.64 g
13
Minerals
Potassium
171.00 mg
99+
448.00 mg
8
Iron
0.13 mg
99+
0.23 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
5.00 mg
99+
24.00 mg
19
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
29.00 mg
6
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.13 mg
20
Phosphorus
31.00 mg
16
21.00 mg
24
Manganese
0.06 mg
99+
0.04 mg
99+
Copper
0.15 mg
11
0.08 mg
31
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
65.00 mg
12
158.00 mg
4
Omega 6s
67.00 mg
27
30.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
81.76 g
99+
73.46 g
99+
Ash
0.44 g
30
0.94 g
9
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
66.00 kcal
10
95.00 kcal
6
Calories in Frozen Form
77.73 kcal
8
97.00 kcal
5
Calories in Dried Form
277.00 kcal
21
258.64 kcal
27
Calories in Canned Form
91.00 kcal
8
92.00 kcal
7
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
280.00 kcal
28
200.00 kcal
99+
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Spring, Summer
Autumn, Monsoon, Summer
Varieties
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Black Gold, Cheena, Cochin, Dang Rasimi, Golden Nugget and Golden Pillow
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Bright red, Pink red
Dark green, Golden yellow, Green, Indigo, Magenta, Yellowish-orange
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Yellow
Shape
Oval
Oval
Texture
Fleshy
Fibrous
Taste
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Sweet
Origin
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
India
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Clay loam, Porous, Sandy, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
6-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts
Humid, Warm
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.
- There are up to 500 seeds in Jackfruit & these seeds are edible.
- Root extracts of Jackfruit tree is used to treat diarrhea, fever and asthma.
- The taste of jackfruit is combination of mango, banana, melon and papaya.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
India
Other Countries
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Bangladesh, Indonesia, Nepal, Thailand
Top Importer
Hong Kong
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
India
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Litchi chinensis
Artocarpus heterophyllus
Synonym
Nephelium litchi
Artocarpus heterophylla or Artocarpus integra or Artocarpus integrifolia
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Alismidae
Order
Sapindales
Rosales
Family
Sapindaceae
Moraceae
Genus
Litchi
Artocarpus
Species
L. chinensis
A. heterophyllus
Generic Group
Soapberry
Not Available
Difference Between Lychee and Jackfruit
We might think that Lychee and Jackfruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lychee and Jackfruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lychee and Jackfruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lychee and Jackfruit with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 66.00 kcal and 95.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lychee and Jackfruit 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 Lychee and Jackfruit is Sapindales and Rosales respectively. Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family and Jackfruit belongs to Moraceae family. Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species and Jackfruit belongs to Artocarpus genus of A. heterophyllus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
