Orange and Lemon
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
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, 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, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, 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
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling
Side Effects
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn
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
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
11.75 g
99+
9.30 g
99+
Fiber
2.40 g
24
2.80 g
22
Sugar
9.35 g
26
2.50 g
99+
Protein
0.94 g
28
1.10 g
21
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.12
14
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
11.00 mcg
26
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.09 mg
8
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.28 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.25 mg
21
0.19 mg
34
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
29
0.08 mg
20
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
30.00 mcg
8
11.00 mcg
24
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
53.20 mg
14
53.00 mg
15
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.18 mg
31
0.15 mg
33
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
129.00 mcg
9
11.00 mcg
30
Choline
8.40 mg
10
5.10 mg
24
Fat
0.12 g
99+
0.30 g
28
Minerals
Potassium
181.00 mg
99+
138.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.10 mg
99+
0.60 mg
21
Sodium
0.00 mg
21
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
40.00 mg
7
26.00 mg
17
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
8.00 mg
27
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.06 mg
27
Phosphorus
14.00 mg
32
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.05 mg
99+
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.50 mcg
11
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
7.00 mg
32
26.00 mg
23
Omega 6s
18.00 mg
99+
63.00 mg
28
Sterol
Water Content
86.75 g
28
88.98 g
15
Ash
0.44 g
30
0.30 g
38
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
47.00 kcal
16
29.00 kcal
24
Calories in Frozen Form
45.00 kcal
19
22.00 kcal
27
Calories in Dried Form
300.00 kcal
17
267.00 kcal
25
Calories in Canned Form
61.00 kcal
18
21.00 kcal
25
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
45.00 kcal
33
22.00 kcal
99+
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
333.00 kcal
12
285.00 kcal
24
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Winter
All seasons
Varieties
Sweet Orange - Persian orange, Navel orange, Valencia orange and Blood orange. Sour Orange - Seville orange, Bergamot orange, Chinotto orange and Daidai.
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron
Seedless Variety
Yes
Yes
Color
Orange
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Inside Color
Orange
Yellow
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Succulent
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Sour
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
China, India
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy loam
Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Hot
Hot, Sunny
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.
- 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
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Brazil
China
Other Countries
China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, 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
Citrus sinensis
Citrus limon
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
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Citrus
Citrus
Species
C. × sinensis
C. limon
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Orange and Lemon
We might think that Orange and Lemon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Orange and Lemon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Orange and Lemon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Orange and Lemon with peel is 63.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 47.00 kcal and 29.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Orange 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 Orange and Lemon is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Orange belongs to Rutaceae family and Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family. Orange belongs to Citrus genus of C. × sinensis species and Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
