Orange and Pink Grapefruit
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 prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, 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
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, 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 pains, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
No
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
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
11.75 g
99+
10.70 g
99+
Fiber
2.40 g
25
1.60 g
32
Sugar
9.35 g
33
6.90 g
99+
Protein
0.94 g
28
0.80 g
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.07
20
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
11.00 mcg
28
58.00 mcg
12
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.09 mg
8
0.04 mg
22
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.03 mg
29
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.28 mg
99+
0.20 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.25 mg
24
0.26 mg
22
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
29
0.05 mg
34
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
30.00 mcg
8
13.00 mcg
22
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
53.20 mg
14
31.20 mg
27
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.18 mg
36
0.13 mg
39
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
99+
0.00 mcg
99+
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
1,419.00 mcg
5
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
129.00 mcg
11
5.00 mcg
39
Choline
8.40 mg
13
7.70 mg
15
Fat
0.12 g
99+
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
181.00 mg
99+
135.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.10 mg
99+
0.08 mg
99+
Sodium
0.00 mg
21
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
40.00 mg
7
22.00 mg
21
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
14.00 mg
32
18.00 mg
27
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.02 mg
99+
Copper
0.05 mg
99+
0.03 mg
99+
Selenium
0.50 mcg
11
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
7.00 mg
36
8.00 mg
35
Omega 6s
18.00 mg
99+
29.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
24.00 mg
6
15.00 mg
13
Water Content
86.75 g
30
88.06 g
22
Ash
0.44 g
31
0.36 g
36
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
24
42.00 kcal
39
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
47.00 kcal
33
42.00 kcal
37
Calories in Frozen Form
45.00 kcal
35
31.00 kcal
99+
Calories in Dried Form
300.00 kcal
23
326.00 kcal
17
Calories in Canned Form
61.00 kcal
26
32.00 kcal
99+
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
45.00 kcal
34
39.00 kcal
38
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
333.00 kcal
14
320.00 kcal
16
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.
Rio Star, Flame, Thompson and Star Ruby
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Orange
Pink, Red
Inside Color
Orange
Pink
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Succulent
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Sweet, Tangy
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
Barbados
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy loam
Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
6-8
Climatic Conditions
Hot
Humid, Warm
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.
- Grapefruit is used to protect wooden tools due to its anti-fungal properties.
- It grows in clusters as grapes & hence called as grapefruit.
- This fruit tastes delicious when paired with fish, e.g. in fish salads.
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, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Germany
Japan
Top Exporter
Spain
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus sinensis
Citrus paradisi
Synonym
Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
Citrus Paradisi
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. × paradisi
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Orange and Pink Grapefruit
We might think that Orange and Pink Grapefruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Orange and Pink Grapefruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Orange and Pink Grapefruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Orange and Pink Grapefruit with peel is 63.00 kcal and 42.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 47.00 kcal and 42.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Orange and Pink Grapefruit 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 Pink Grapefruit is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Orange belongs to Rutaceae family and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Orange belongs to Citrus genus of C. × sinensis species and Pink Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
