Papaya and Pumpkin
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Prevents macular degeneration, Prevents rheumatoid
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Hydrates skin, Skin revitalization, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Softening mask, Treatment of dandruff
Regulates hair growth
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Carotenemia on excessive consumtion, Latex Allergy
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Skin problems, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Kidney and gallbladder diseases
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
No
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal
Along with meal, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
10.82 g
99+
6.50 g
99+
Fiber
1.70 g
29
0.50 g
40
Sugar
7.82 g
39
2.76 g
99+
Protein
0.50 g
99+
1.00 g
25
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.15
11
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
47.00 mcg
13
426.00 mcg
1
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.02 mg
36
0.05 mg
21
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
32
0.11 mg
8
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.36 mg
40
0.60 mg
25
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.19 mg
33
0.30 mg
13
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.06 mg
28
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
38.00 mcg
5
16.00 mcg
19
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
62.00 mg
11
9.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.30 mg
23
0.44 mg
20
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.60 mcg
24
1.10 mcg
29
Lycopene
1,828.00 mcg
4
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
89.00 mcg
15
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
6.10 mg
19
0.00 mg
32
Fat
0.26 g
30
0.10 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
182.00 mg
99+
340.00 mg
14
Iron
0.25 mg
40
0.80 mg
16
Sodium
8.00 mg
11
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
20.00 mg
22
21.00 mg
21
Magnesium
21.00 mg
12
12.00 mg
23
Zinc
0.08 mg
25
0.32 mg
8
Phosphorus
10.00 mg
37
44.00 mg
7
Manganese
0.04 mg
99+
0.13 mg
26
Copper
0.11 mg
19
0.00 mg
99+
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
47.00 mg
16
82.22 mg
10
Omega 6s
11.00 mg
99+
49.00 mg
33
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
88.00 g
21
94.20 g
3
Ash
0.60 g
20
1.40 g
5
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
26.00 kcal
38
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
43.00 kcal
17
30.00 kcal
23
Calories in Frozen Form
39.28 kcal
22
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
258.00 kcal
28
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
57.00 kcal
19
34.00 kcal
24
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
57.00 kcal
24
46.00 kcal
32
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
130.00 kcal
35
Calories in Pie
220.00 kcal
99+
244.00 kcal
37
Characteristics
Type
Melon, Tree fruit
Berry
Season
All seasons
All seasons
Varieties
Coorg Honey Dew, Pusa Dwarf, Pusa Giant, Pusa Majesty, Pusa Delicious, Pusa Dwarf, Solo, Ranchi, Taiwan-785 and Taiwan-786
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Orange, Yellow
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White
Inside Color
Orange
Creamy Yellow
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Fleshy
Fibrous
Taste
Luscious, Sweet
Creamy, Soft, Sweet
Origin
Mexico, Central America
Mexico
Grows on
Trees
Vines
Cultivation
Soil Type
Rocky, Sandy, Well-drained
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
4.5-8
5.5-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm, Without frosts
Warm to hot climate
Facts
Facts about
- Papaya seeds show contraceptive effects in male monkeys.
- Their seeds are used as a replacement for black pepper in some nations due to peppery taste.
- Papaya is known by funny names like paw paw or papaw and the mamao.
- 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
No
Beer
No
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
India
China
Other Countries
Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Mexico
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Carica papaya
Cucurbita maxima
Synonym
Not Available
Cucurbita pepo, Squash
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Brassicales
Cucurbitales
Family
Caricaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Genus
Carica
Cucurbita
Species
C. papaya
Cucurbita mixta
Generic Group
Papaya
Not Available
Difference Between Papaya and Pumpkin
We might think that Papaya and Pumpkin are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Papaya and Pumpkin Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Papaya and Pumpkin is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Papaya and Pumpkin with peel is Not Available and 26.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 43.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Papaya and Pumpkin belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Papaya and Pumpkin is Brassicales and Cucurbitales respectively. Papaya belongs to Caricaceae family and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Papaya belongs to Carica genus of C. papaya species and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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