Nectarine and Lemon
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Hives, Itching, Itchy eyes, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting, Watery eyes, Wheezing
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Headache, Nausea
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Best if taken as a breakfast (or 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)
Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
10.60 g
99+
9.30 g
99+
Fiber
1.70 g
29
2.80 g
22
Sugar
7.90 g
37
2.50 g
99+
Protein
1.10 g
21
1.10 g
21
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.10
15
0.12
14
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
17.00 mcg
22
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
28
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
32
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
1.13 mg
6
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.19 mg
35
0.19 mg
34
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.08 mg
20
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg
30
11.00 mcg
24
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
5.40 mg
99+
53.00 mg
15
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.77 mg
14
0.15 mg
33
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.20 mcg
26
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
130.00 mcg
8
11.00 mcg
30
Choline
6.20 mg
18
5.10 mg
24
Fat
0.32 g
26
0.30 g
28
Minerals
Potassium
201.00 mg
35
138.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.28 mg
37
0.60 mg
21
Sodium
0.00 mg
21
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
26.00 mg
17
Magnesium
9.00 mg
26
8.00 mg
27
Zinc
0.17 mg
16
0.06 mg
27
Phosphorus
26.00 mg
20
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.09 mg
25
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
2.00 mg
36
26.00 mg
23
Omega 6s
111.00 mg
17
63.00 mg
28
Sterol
Water Content
87.60 g
24
88.98 g
15
Ash
0.50 g
26
0.30 g
38
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
44.00 kcal
29
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
29.00 kcal
24
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
22.00 kcal
27
Calories in Dried Form
259.00 kcal
26
267.00 kcal
25
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
21.00 kcal
25
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
22.00 kcal
99+
Calories in Jam
175.00 kcal
30
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
333.00 kcal
12
285.00 kcal
24
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Autumn, Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Arctic Jay, Artic Rose, Artic Star, Armking, Desert Dawn, Fairlane, Fantasia, Silver Lode, Snow Queen, Stanwick and Stark Sunglo
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Orange, Pink, Red, Yellow
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Inside Color
Yellow
Yellow
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Succulent
Taste
Sweet
Sour
Origin
China
China, India
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam
Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.8
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Sunny, Warm
Hot, Sunny
Facts
Facts about
- The name ‘nectarine’ is with reference to the sweet food the gods eat, ‘nectar’.
- Nectarines are sometimes called ‘shaved peaches’ because their skin is smooth with no fuzz.
- Oil extracted from lemon peels is used for fingerboard of guitars.
- During Renaissance, ladies used lemons to redden their lips.
- Aroms of lemon decreases the level of stress hormones.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Not Available
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Argentina, Chile, Egypt, Greece, Iran, Italy, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Germany
United States of America
Top Exporter
Spain
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus persica
Citrus limon
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Sapindales
Family
Rosaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Prunus
Citrus
Species
P. persica
C. limon
Generic Group
Rose
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Nectarine and Lemon
We might think that Nectarine and Lemon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Nectarine and Lemon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Nectarine and Lemon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Nectarine and Lemon with peel is 44.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 29.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Nectarine and Lemon 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 Nectarine and Lemon is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Nectarine belongs to Rosaceae family and Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family. Nectarine belongs to Prunus genus of P. persica species and Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
