Olive and Pumpkin

Olive

Pumpkin

Benefits

Health Benefits

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

Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties

General Benefits

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

Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones

Skin Benefits

Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases

Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation

Hair Benefits

Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth

Regulates hair growth

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing

Side Effects

Affects blood glucose levels, Dizziness, Stomach pain

Kidney and gallbladder diseases

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, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

3.84 g

99+

6.50 g

99+

Fiber

3.30 g

0.50 g

Sugar

0.54 g

99+

2.76 g

99+

Protein

1.03 g

1.00 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.26

0.15

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

20.00 mcg

426.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.02 mg

0.05 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.01 mg

99+

0.11 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.24 mg

99+

0.60 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.02 mg

99+

0.30 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg

99+

0.06 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

3.00 mcg

16.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

0.00 mg

99+

9.00 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

3.81 mg

0.44 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

1.40 mcg

1.10 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

510.00 mcg

0.00 mcg

Choline

14.20 mg

0.00 mg

Fat

15.32 g

0.10 g

99+

Minerals

Potassium

42.00 mg

99+

340.00 mg

Iron

0.49 mg

0.80 mg

Sodium

1,556.00 mg

1.00 mg

Calcium

52.00 mg

21.00 mg

Magnesium

11.00 mg

12.00 mg

Zinc

0.04 mg

0.32 mg

Phosphorus

4.00 mg

99+

44.00 mg

Manganese

0.00 mg

99+

0.13 mg

Copper

0.12 mg

0.00 mg

99+

Selenium

0.90 mcg

0.00 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

92.00 mg

82.22 mg

Omega 6s

1,215.00 mg

49.00 mg

Sterol

Phytosterol

Not Available

0.00 mg

Water Content

75.28 g

99+

94.20 g

Ash

4.53 g

1.40 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

115.00 kcal

26.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

30.00 kcal

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

467.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Canned Form

119.00 kcal

34.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

60.00 kcal

46.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

200.00 kcal

130.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

240.00 kcal

244.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Berry

Season

Spring, Summer

All seasons

Varieties

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

Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady

Seedless Variety

Yes

Color

Black, Green, Purple, Yellow

Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White

Inside Color

Brown

Creamy Yellow

Shape

Oval

Round

Texture

Fleshy

Fibrous

Taste

Bitter

Creamy, Soft, Sweet

Origin

Eastern Mediterranean Region

Mexico

Grows on

Trees

Vines

Cultivation

Soil Type

Well-drained

Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

7-8

5.5-7.5

Climatic Conditions

Warm to hot climate

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 name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

Spain

China

Other Countries

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

Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

Italy

China

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Olea europaea

Cucurbita maxima

Synonym

Not Available

Cucurbita pepo, Squash

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Dillenhidae

Order

Lamiales

Cucurbitales

Family

Oleaceae

Cucurbitaceae

Genus

Olea

Cucurbita

Species

O. europaea

Cucurbita mixta

Generic Group

Olive

Not Available

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Difference Between Olive and Pumpkin

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Olive and Pumpkin with peel is 115.00 kcal and 26.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Olive and Pumpkin 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 Pumpkin is Lamiales and Cucurbitales respectively. Olive belongs to Oleaceae family and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Olive belongs to Olea genus of O. europaea species and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.