Pink Grapefruit and Lime
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
Arthritis treatment, Cholera treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Piles treatment, Scurvy treatment
General Benefits
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
Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Eye irritation, Hives, Inflammation, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Skin rash, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Chances of sunburn
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, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Along with meal, Best to drink warm water with lime on an empty stomach, Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
10.70 g
99+
10.50 g
99+
Fiber
1.60 g
30
2.80 g
22
Sugar
6.90 g
99+
1.70 g
99+
Protein
0.80 g
37
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.07
20
0.07
20
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
58.00 mcg
10
2.00 mcg
33
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
22
0.03 mg
31
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
29
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.20 mg
99+
0.20 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.26 mg
19
0.22 mg
27
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
34
0.05 mg
39
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
13.00 mcg
22
8.00 mcg
27
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
31.20 mg
27
29.10 mg
30
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.13 mg
34
0.22 mg
28
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
0.60 mcg
31
Lycopene
1,419.00 mcg
5
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
5.00 mcg
35
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
7.70 mg
12
5.10 mg
24
Fat
0.14 g
39
0.20 g
33
Minerals
Potassium
135.00 mg
99+
102.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.08 mg
99+
0.60 mg
21
Sodium
0.00 mg
21
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
22.00 mg
20
33.00 mg
13
Magnesium
9.00 mg
26
6.00 mg
29
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.11 mg
22
Phosphorus
18.00 mg
27
18.00 mg
27
Manganese
0.02 mg
99+
0.01 mg
99+
Copper
0.03 mg
99+
0.07 mg
35
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
8.00 mg
31
19.00 mg
25
Omega 6s
29.00 mg
99+
36.00 mg
40
Sterol
Water Content
88.06 g
20
88.26 g
17
Ash
0.36 g
35
0.30 g
38
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
42.00 kcal
18
30.00 kcal
23
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
20.68 kcal
26
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
39.00 kcal
36
30.00 kcal
38
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
320.00 kcal
14
420.00 kcal
2
Characteristics
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
All seasons
All seasons
Varieties
Rio Star, Flame, Thompson and Star Ruby
Key lime, Persian lime, Kaffir lime, Desert lime, Palestine Sweet Lime, Mexican Sweet Lime, Mary Ellen Sweet Lime
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Pink, Red
Green
Inside Color
Pink
Light Green
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Succulent
Taste
Sweet, Tangy
Acidic, Sour
Origin
Barbados
India
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Well-drained
Clay loam, Sandy loam
Soil pH
6-8
6-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Humid, Warm
Sunny, Warm to hot climate
Facts
Facts about
- 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.
- Lime is the called as the powerhouse of flavors.
- Fresh lime juice is so acidic that it can dissolve concrete.
- Limes are more fragrant and acidic than lemons.
- Persian limes are almost seedless and thorn less.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Argentina, Brazil, India, Mexico
Top Importer
Japan
United States of America
Top Exporter
United States of America
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus paradisi
Citrus aurantifolia
Synonym
Not Available
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. × paradisi
C. aurantifolia
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Pink Grapefruit and Lime
We might think that Pink Grapefruit and Lime are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pink Grapefruit and Lime Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pink Grapefruit and Lime is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pink Grapefruit and Lime with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 42.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Pink Grapefruit and Lime 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 Pink Grapefruit and Lime is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Pink Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family and Lime belongs to Rutaceae family. Pink Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species and Lime belongs to Citrus genus of C. aurantifolia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
