Orange and Apricot
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Lower blood pressure, Prevents constipation, Prevents diabetes, Strengthening of bones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Heart care, Maintains hormonal balance, Regulation of heart rate, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Softening mask, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Fainting, Runny nose, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
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
Best if taken as a breakfast (or 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.
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
11.75 g
99+
11.00 g
99+
Fiber
2.40 g
24
2.00 g
26
Sugar
9.35 g
26
9.00 g
28
Protein
0.94 g
28
1.40 g
16
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.13
13
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
11.00 mcg
26
96.00 mcg
6
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.09 mg
8
0.03 mg
31
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.04 mg
23
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.28 mg
99+
0.60 mg
25
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.25 mg
21
0.24 mg
22
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
29
0.05 mg
33
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
30.00 mcg
8
9.00 mcg
26
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
53.20 mg
14
10.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.18 mg
31
0.89 mg
11
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
3.30 mcg
20
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
129.00 mcg
9
89.00 mcg
15
Choline
8.40 mg
10
2.80 mg
29
Fat
0.12 g
99+
0.40 g
21
Minerals
Potassium
181.00 mg
99+
259.00 mg
26
Iron
0.10 mg
99+
0.40 mg
29
Sodium
0.00 mg
21
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
40.00 mg
7
13.00 mg
28
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.20 mg
14
Phosphorus
14.00 mg
32
23.00 mg
22
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.08 mg
36
Copper
0.05 mg
99+
0.08 mg
30
Selenium
0.50 mcg
11
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
7.00 mg
32
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
18.00 mg
99+
77.00 mg
26
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
18.00 mg
6
Water Content
86.75 g
28
86.35 g
31
Ash
0.44 g
30
0.75 g
15
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
48.00 kcal
25
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
47.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
45.00 kcal
19
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
300.00 kcal
17
241.00 kcal
33
Calories in Canned Form
61.00 kcal
18
63.00 kcal
17
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
45.00 kcal
33
58.00 kcal
23
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
200.00 kcal
26
Calories in Pie
333.00 kcal
12
265.00 kcal
31
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Tree fruit
Season
Winter
Summer
Varieties
Sweet Orange - Persian orange, Navel orange, Valencia orange and Blood orange. Sour Orange - Seville orange, Bergamot orange, Chinotto orange and Daidai.
Gold Cot, Tilton, Wenatchee, Goldbar, Gold Kist, Tomcot, Harcot, Brittany Gold, Harglow, Hunza, Moorpark, Patterson and Royal Rosa
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Orange
Orange, Yellowish-orange
Inside Color
Orange
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Fleshy
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Smooth, Sweet
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
China
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy loam
Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
6.5-8
Climatic Conditions
Hot
Dry, Hot
Facts
Facts about
- There are around 600 varieties of oranges available worldwide.
- More than 1 plant can grow from a single orange seed.
- Orange and orange blossoms are a symbol of love.
- Orange tree is usually propagated by grafting.
- 9 Jan is considered as the National Apricot Day.
- Apricots have been around for more than 4000 yrs.
- In latin, the meaning of apricot is 'precious'.
- 95% of apricots in the US are produced by California.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Brazil
Turkey
Other Countries
China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Algeria, Egypt, France, Iran, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Spain, Uzbekistan
Top Importer
Germany
United States of America
Top Exporter
Spain
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus sinensis
Prunus armeniaca
Synonym
Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Rosales
Family
Rutaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Citrus
Prunus
Species
C. × sinensis
P. armeniaca
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Rose
Difference Between Orange and Apricot
We might think that Orange and Apricot are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Orange and Apricot Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Orange and Apricot is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Orange and Apricot with peel is 63.00 kcal and 48.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 47.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Orange and Apricot 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 Orange and Apricot is Sapindales and Rosales respectively. Orange belongs to Rutaceae family and Apricot belongs to Rosaceae family. Orange belongs to Citrus genus of C. × sinensis species and Apricot belongs to Prunus genus of P. armeniaca species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
