Olive and Avocado

Olive

Avocado

Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Helps in cartilage regeneration, Prevents macular degeneration, Treatment of alzheimer's disease

Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease

General Benefits

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Skin Benefits

Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases

Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots

Hair Benefits

Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth

Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing

Side Effects

Affects blood glucose levels, Dizziness, Stomach pain

Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Best Time to Eat

Hardly eaten raw, Olive oil is consumed for many purposes.

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

3.84 g

99+

1.00 g

99+

Fiber

3.30 g

6.70 g

Sugar

0.54 g

99+

0.70 g

99+

Protein

1.03 g

2.00 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.26

0.24

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

20.00 mcg

7.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.02 mg

0.10 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.01 mg

99+

0.10 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.24 mg

99+

1.70 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.02 mg

99+

1.40 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg

99+

0.30 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

3.00 mcg

81.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

0.00 mg

99+

10.00 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

3.81 mg

2.10 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

1.40 mcg

21.00 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

510.00 mcg

271.00 mcg

Choline

14.20 mg

Fat

15.32 g

14.70 g

Minerals

Potassium

42.00 mg

99+

485.00 mg

Iron

0.49 mg

0.50 mg

Sodium

1,556.00 mg

7.00 mg

Calcium

52.00 mg

12.00 mg

Magnesium

11.00 mg

29.00 mg

Zinc

0.04 mg

0.60 mg

Phosphorus

4.00 mg

99+

52.00 mg

Manganese

0.00 mg

99+

0.10 mg

Copper

0.12 mg

0.20 mg

Selenium

0.90 mcg

0.40 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

92.00 mg

236.00 mg

Omega 6s

1,215.00 mg

1,689.00 mg

Sterol

Phytosterol

Not Available

87.00 mg

Water Content

75.28 g

99+

73.20 g

99+

Ash

4.53 g

1.60 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

115.00 kcal

160.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

172.40 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

467.00 kcal

686.40 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

119.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

60.00 kcal

306.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

200.00 kcal

222.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

240.00 kcal

288.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical

Season

Spring, Summer

Summer

Varieties

Manzanillo, Sevillano, Mission, Ascolano, Barouni, Gordal, Rubra and Picholine

Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano

Seedless Variety

Color

Black, Green, Purple, Yellow

Dark green

Inside Color

Brown

White

Shape

Oval

Texture

Fleshy

Juicy

Taste

Bitter

Buttery

Origin

Eastern Mediterranean Region

Mexico, Central America

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Well-drained

Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated

Soil pH

7-8

6-6.5

Climatic Conditions

Warm to hot climate

Humid, Without frosts

Facts

Facts about

In ancient Greece, 1st eye shadow was made by adding olive oil in ground charcoal.
The most expensive form of olive oil is Extra Virgin.
Largest type of olive tree is known as donkey tree & smallest one is called bullet.

The oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

Spain

Mexico

Other Countries

Algeria, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey

Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

Italy

Mexico

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Olea europaea

Persea Americana

Synonym

Not Available

Persea Gratissima

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Magnollidae

Order

Lamiales

Laurales

Family

Oleaceae

Lauraceae

Genus

Olea

Persea

Species

O. europaea

P. Americana

Generic Group

Olive

Laurel

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Difference Between Olive and Avocado

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Olive and Avocado with peel is 115.00 kcal and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Olive and Avocado belong to High Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Olive and Avocado is Lamiales and Laurales respectively. Olive belongs to Oleaceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Olive belongs to Olea genus of O. europaea species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.