Lychee and Pink Grapefruit
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Coughing, Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Labored Breathing, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Abdominal pains, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
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
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
16.53 g
19
10.70 g
99+
Fiber
1.30 g
33
1.60 g
30
Sugar
15.23 g
8
6.90 g
99+
Protein
0.83 g
35
0.80 g
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.07
20
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
0.00 mcg
37
58.00 mcg
10
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.04 mg
22
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.07 mg
14
0.03 mg
29
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg
24
0.20 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.00 mg
99+
0.26 mg
19
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg
15
0.05 mg
34
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg
21
13.00 mcg
22
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
71.50 mg
7
31.20 mg
27
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.07 mg
38
0.13 mg
34
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.40 mcg
33
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
1,419.00 mcg
5
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
5.00 mcg
35
Choline
7.10 mg
14
7.70 mg
12
Fat
0.44 g
20
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
171.00 mg
99+
135.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.13 mg
99+
0.08 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
5.00 mg
99+
22.00 mg
20
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
31.00 mg
16
18.00 mg
27
Manganese
0.06 mg
99+
0.02 mg
99+
Copper
0.15 mg
11
0.03 mg
99+
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
65.00 mg
12
8.00 mg
31
Omega 6s
67.00 mg
27
29.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
81.76 g
99+
88.06 g
20
Ash
0.44 g
30
0.36 g
35
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
42.00 kcal
18
Calories in Frozen Form
77.73 kcal
8
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
277.00 kcal
21
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
91.00 kcal
8
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
39.00 kcal
36
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
280.00 kcal
28
320.00 kcal
14
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Spring, Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Rio Star, Flame, Thompson and Star Ruby
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Bright red, Pink red
Pink, Red
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Pink
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Fleshy
Succulent
Taste
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Sweet, Tangy
Origin
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Barbados
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
6-8
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.
- Grapefruit is used to protect wooden tools due to its anti-fungal properties.
- It grows in clusters as grapes & hence called as grapefruit.
- This fruit tastes delicious when paired with fish, e.g. in fish salads.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Hong Kong
Japan
Top Exporter
China
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Litchi chinensis
Citrus paradisi
Synonym
Nephelium litchi
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Sapindaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Litchi
Citrus
Species
L. chinensis
C. × paradisi
Generic Group
Soapberry
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Lychee and Pink Grapefruit
We might think that Lychee and Pink Grapefruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Lychee and Pink Grapefruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Lychee and Pink Grapefruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lychee and Pink Grapefruit with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 66.00 kcal and 42.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lychee and Pink Grapefruit 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 Pink Grapefruit is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
