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, Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, 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
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
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Lactating Women
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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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
16.53 g8.41 g
1
79.18
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Fiber
1.30 g1.10 g
0
10.4
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Sugar
15.23 g7.31 g
0
63.35
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Protein
0.83 g0.69 g
0.3
14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio
0.050.08
0.02
0.52
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Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
0.00 mcg2.00 mcg
0
426
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg0.04 mg
0
0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.07 mg0.02 mg
0
1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg0.27 mg
0
2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.00 mg0.28 mg
0
1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg0.04 mg
0
0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg10.00 mcg
0
81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
71.50 mg33.30 mg
0
228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.07 mg0.13 mg
0
3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.40 mcg0.00 mcg
0
40.3
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Lycopene
0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg10.00 mcg
0
834
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Choline
7.10 mg7.70 mg
0
14.2
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Fat
0.44 g0.10 g
0
33.49
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Minerals
Potassium
171.00 mg148.00 mg
42
840
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Iron
0.13 mg0.06 mg
0.06
9
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Sodium
1.00 mg0.00 mg
0
1556
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Calcium
5.00 mg12.00 mg
1
100
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Magnesium
10.00 mg9.00 mg
0
92
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Zinc
0.07 mg0.07 mg
0
2.7
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Phosphorus
31.00 mg8.00 mg
0
113
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Manganese
0.06 mg0.01 mg
0
3.3
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Copper
0.15 mg0.05 mg
0
2
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Selenium
0.60 mcg1.40 mcg
0
63.7
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Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
65.00 mg5.00 mg
0
318
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Omega 6s
67.00 mg19.00 mg
0
1689
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Sterol
Phytosterol
NANA
0
87
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Water Content
81.76 g90.48 g
0
95.23
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Ash
0.44 g0.33 g
0
87.1
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Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
NANA
15
299
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
66.00 kcal33.00 kcal
12
354
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Calories in Frozen Form
77.73 kcalNA
0
187
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Calories in Dried Form
277.00 kcal117.93 kcal
32
747
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Calories in Canned Form
91.00 kcal37.00 kcal
17
443
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Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal39.00 kcal
17
461
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Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal256.00 kcal
49
420
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Calories in Pie
280.00 kcal376.00 kcal
80
450
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Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Spring, Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Emperor fruit, Mauritiu, Sweet Heart, Brewster, Haak Yip and Bengal
Duncan, Marsh and Oro Blanco
Seedless Variety
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Color
Bright red, Pink red
White
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Creamy Yellow
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Fleshy
Succulent
Taste
Crunchy, Juicy, Sweet
Tart
Origin
China, Indonesia, Philippines, Vietnam
Barbados
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Alluvial, Loam, Well-drained
Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.56-8
3.5
10
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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.
- February is known as National Grapefruit Month.
- It is called as state fruit of texas.
- No mechanical devices are used while picking grapefruits, they are always handpicked.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
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Beer
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Spirits
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Cocktails
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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
Europe
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