Lychee and Watermelon
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
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.
