Pineapple and Fig
Benefits
Health Benefits
Asthma treatment, Bronchitis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate
Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sinusitis, Treatment of common cold
Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Sneezing, Swelling, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands
Side Effects
Causes swollen mouth, Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Skin rash, Vomiting
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
No
Yes
Lactating Women
No
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.12 g
37
19.20 g
13
Fiber
1.40 g
32
2.90 g
21
Sugar
9.85 g
23
16.30 g
5
Protein
0.54 g
99+
0.80 g
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.04
24
0.04
24
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
7.00 mcg
29
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.08 mg
10
0.06 mg
15
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
28
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.50 mg
30
0.40 mg
36
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.21 mg
29
0.30 mg
12
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.11 mg
13
0.11 mg
12
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
18.00 mcg
17
6.00 mcg
29
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
47.80 mg
17
2.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.02 mg
99+
0.11 mg
36
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.70 mcg
30
4.70 mcg
15
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
9.00 mcg
32
Choline
5.50 mg
23
4.70 mg
26
Fat
0.12 g
99+
0.30 g
28
Minerals
Potassium
109.00 mg
99+
232.00 mg
30
Iron
0.29 mg
36
0.37 mg
30
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
13.00 mg
28
35.00 mg
11
Magnesium
12.00 mg
23
17.00 mg
17
Zinc
0.12 mg
21
0.15 mg
18
Phosphorus
8.00 mg
40
14.00 mg
32
Manganese
0.93 mg
4
0.13 mg
25
Copper
0.11 mg
19
0.07 mg
32
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.20 mcg
15
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
17.00 mg
27
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
23.00 mg
99+
144.00 mg
14
Sterol
Phytosterol
6.00 mg
13
31.00 mg
4
Water Content
86.00 g
33
79.11 g
99+
Ash
0.22 g
99+
0.66 g
17
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
74.00 kcal
10
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
50.00 kcal
14
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
50.00 kcal
15
71.42 kcal
9
Calories in Dried Form
245.00 kcal
31
249.00 kcal
30
Calories in Canned Form
52.00 kcal
21
69.00 kcal
15
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
53.00 kcal
27
65.00 kcal
19
Calories in Jam
265.00 kcal
13
360.00 kcal
5
Calories in Pie
303.00 kcal
17
450.00 kcal
1
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Tropical
Tree fruit
Season
Autumn
Summer, Winter
Varieties
Smooth Cayenne, Abacaxi, Red Spanish and Queen
Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig
Seedless Variety
Yes
Yes
Color
Yellow
Green, Purple, Red
Inside Color
Yellow
Pink
Shape
Oval
Conical
Texture
Juicy
Fleshy
Taste
Strong, Sweet, Tart
Sweet
Origin
Central America, South America
Western Asia
Grows on
Not Available
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy
Soil pH
5.5-6
5-7
Climatic Conditions
Hot, Sunny
Dry, Warm
Facts
Facts about
- A single pineapple takes 3 years to reach maturation.
- Pineapple is not an apple, but is actually a berry.
- The name is with reference to its resemblance to pine cones.
- Pineapple is sweeter if scales are more.
- Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
- The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
- Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Costa Rica
Turkey
Other Countries
Brazil, India, Philippines, Thailand
Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
France
Top Exporter
Costa Rica
Turkey
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ananas comosus
Ficus carica
Synonym
Ananas sativus
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Liliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Commelinidae
Alismidae
Order
Poales
Rosales
Family
Bromeliaceae
Moraceae
Genus
Ananas
Ficus
Species
A. comosus
Ficus carica
Generic Group
Pineapple
Mulberry
Difference Between Pineapple and Fig
We might think that Pineapple and Fig are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pineapple and Fig Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pineapple and Fig is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pineapple and Fig with peel is Not Available and 74.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 50.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Pineapple and Fig 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 Pineapple and Fig is Poales and Rosales respectively. Pineapple belongs to Bromeliaceae family and Fig belongs to Moraceae family. Pineapple belongs to Ananas genus of A. comosus species and Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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