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Lychee
Watermelon
Watermelon and Lychee


Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents blindness from diabetes   
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation   
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones   
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level   
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation   
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin   
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   
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes   
Side Effects
May cause abdominal pain, Diarrhoea, Mouth irritation, Throat irritation, Weight gain   
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting   
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, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Strictly avoid empty stomach   
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   
Carbs
16.53 g   
19
7.55 g   
99+
Fiber
1.30 g   
33
0.40 g   
99+
Sugar
15.23 g   
8
6.20 g   
99+
Protein
0.83 g   
35
0.61 g   
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05   
22
0.08   
18
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin A (Retinol)
0.00 mcg   
37
28.00 mcg   
18
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg   
99+
0.03 mg   
29
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.07 mg   
14
0.02 mg   
37
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg   
24
0.18 mg   
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.00 mg   
99+
0.22 mg   
26
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg   
15
0.05 mg   
40
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg   
21
3.00 mcg   
32
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
71.50 mg   
7
8.10 mg   
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.07 mg   
38
0.05 mg   
39
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.40 mcg   
33
0.10 mcg   
35
Lycopene
0.00 mcg   
9
4,532.00 mcg   
2
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg   
36
8.00 mcg   
33
Choline
7.10 mg   
14
4.10 mg   
27
Fat
0.44 g   
20
0.15 g   
38
Minerals
  
  
Potassium
171.00 mg   
99+
112.00 mg   
99+
Iron
0.13 mg   
99+
0.24 mg   
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg   
20
1.00 mg   
20
Calcium
5.00 mg   
99+
7.00 mg   
38
Magnesium
10.00 mg   
25
10.00 mg   
25
Zinc
0.07 mg   
26
0.10 mg   
23
Phosphorus
31.00 mg   
16
11.00 mg   
35
Manganese
0.06 mg   
99+
0.04 mg   
99+
Copper
0.15 mg   
11
0.04 mg   
99+
Selenium
0.60 mcg   
10
0.40 mcg   
13
Fatty Acids
  
  
Omega 3s
65.00 mg   
12
0.00 mg   
38
Omega 6s
67.00 mg   
27
50.00 mg   
32
Sterol
  
  
Phytosterol
Not Available   
2.00 mg   
15
Water Content
81.76 g   
99+
91.45 g   
6
Ash
0.44 g   
30
0.25 g   
39
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
30.00 kcal   
23
Calories in Frozen Form
77.73 kcal   
8
Not Available   
Calories in Dried Form
277.00 kcal   
21
340.00 kcal   
12
Calories in Canned Form
91.00 kcal   
8
Not Available   
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal   
30
30.00 kcal   
38
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal   
14
252.00 kcal   
18
Calories in Pie
280.00 kcal   
28
150.00 kcal   
99+
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical   
Berry, Melon   
Season
Spring, Summer   
Summer   
Varieties
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal   
Sugar Baby, Sangria, Golden Midget, Starlight, Jubilee, Starbrite, Extazy, Stars 'n' Stripes, Mickylee, Yellow Baby, Yellow Doll, Little Baby Flower, Sweet Favorite and Cream of Saskatchewan   
Seedless Variety
No   
Yes   
Color
Bright red, Pink red   
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White   
Inside Color
Greyish-white   
Red   
Shape
Oval   
Round   
Texture
Fleshy   
Crispy   
Taste
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet   
Sweet   
Origin
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam   
Southern Africa   
Grows on
Trees   
Vines   
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained   
Sandy, Well-drained   
Soil pH
5.5-6.5   
6-6.8   
Climatic Conditions
Absence of strong wind, Cold, Dry, Without frosts   
Dry, Hot   
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.
  
  • Watermelon contain 91% of water.
  • In Japan & Chine, watermelon is a popular gift to bring a host.
  • Entire watermelon is edible, even the rinds & seeds.
  • There are more than 1200 varieties grown in the world.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Yes   
Yes   
Beer
Yes   
Yes   
Spirits
Yes   
No   
Cocktails
Yes   
Yes   
Production
  
  
Top Producer
China   
China   
Other Countries
Australia, India, South Africa, Thailand, United States of America   
Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America   
Top Importer
Hong Kong   
Germany   
Top Exporter
China   
China   
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Litchi chinensis   
Citrullus Lanatus   
Synonym
Nephelium litchi   
Citrullus vulgaris   
Classification
Domain
Eukarya   
Eukarya   
Kingdom
Plantae   
Plantae   
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta   
Tracheobionta   
Division
Magnoliophyta   
Magnoliophyta   
Class
Magnoliopsida   
Magnoliopsida   
Subclass
Rosidae   
Dillenhidae   
Order
Sapindales   
Cucurbitales   
Family
Sapindaceae   
Cucurbitaceae   
Genus
Litchi   
Citrullus   
Species
L. chinensis   
C. lanatus   
Generic Group
Soapberry   
Gourd   
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Difference Between Lychee and Watermelon

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lychee and Watermelon with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 66.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lychee and Watermelon 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 Watermelon is Sapindales and Cucurbitales respectively. Lychee belongs to Sapindaceae family and Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Lychee belongs to Litchi genus of L. chinensis species and Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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