Pomegranate and Avocado
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Helps in cartilage regeneration, Improves stomach health, Increase in haemoglobin, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Itching
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Cold, Breathing difficulty, Irritation, Swelling
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
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)
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
18.70 g
14
1.00 g
99+
Fiber
4.00 g
14
6.70 g
5
Sugar
13.67 g
10
0.70 g
99+
Protein
1.67 g
13
2.00 g
10
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09
16
0.24
4
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
0.00 mcg
37
7.00 mcg
29
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.07 mg
13
0.10 mg
7
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
19
0.10 mg
10
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.29 mg
99+
1.70 mg
3
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.38 mg
9
1.40 mg
1
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg
22
0.30 mg
4
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
38.00 mcg
5
81.00 mcg
1
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
10.20 mg
99+
10.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.60 mg
16
2.10 mg
2
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
16.40 mcg
5
21.00 mcg
2
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
271.00 mcg
4
Choline
7.60 mg
13
14.20 mg
1
Fat
1.17 g
5
14.70 g
3
Minerals
Potassium
236.00 mg
29
485.00 mg
7
Iron
0.30 mg
35
0.50 mg
24
Sodium
3.00 mg
17
7.00 mg
12
Calcium
10.00 mg
34
12.00 mg
29
Magnesium
12.00 mg
23
29.00 mg
6
Zinc
0.35 mg
7
0.60 mg
4
Phosphorus
36.00 mg
13
52.00 mg
6
Manganese
0.12 mg
28
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.16 mg
10
0.20 mg
8
Selenium
0.50 mcg
11
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
236.00 mg
2
Omega 6s
79.00 mg
25
1,689.00 mg
1
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
87.00 mg
1
Water Content
77.93 g
99+
73.20 g
99+
Ash
0.53 g
23
1.60 g
4
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
160.00 kcal
3
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
83.00 kcal
8
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
172.40 kcal
2
Calories in Dried Form
366.66 kcal
8
686.40 kcal
2
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
60.00 kcal
22
306.00 kcal
2
Calories in Jam
210.00 kcal
25
222.00 kcal
23
Calories in Pie
360.00 kcal
9
288.00 kcal
23
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn
Summer
Varieties
Balegal, Crab, Cloud, Francis, Freshman and Granada
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Dark red, Light pink-red
Dark green
Inside Color
Red
White
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Juicy, Sweet
Buttery
Origin
India, Iran
Mexico, Central America
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Sand
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Soil pH
5.5-7
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Dry, Hot
Humid, Without frosts
Facts
Facts about
- Pomegranate means apple with many seeds.
- It was called as the “apple of Grenada” in early English.
- In Hinduism, this fruit symbolizes prosperity and fertility.
- Pomegranate trees can live upto 200 years.
- The oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
- Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
- Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Iran
Mexico
Other Countries
Africa, India, Middle east, Pakistan
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Top Importer
Europe
United States of America
Top Exporter
India
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Punica granatum
Persea Americana
Synonym
Punica malus
Persea Gratissima
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Magnollidae
Order
Myrtales
Laurales
Family
Lythraceae
Lauraceae
Genus
Punica
Persea
Species
P. granatum
P. Americana
Generic Group
Pomegranate
Laurel
Difference Between Pomegranate and Avocado
We might think that Pomegranate and Avocado are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pomegranate and Avocado Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pomegranate and Avocado is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pomegranate and Avocado with peel is Not Available and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 83.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Pomegranate and Avocado belong to High Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Pomegranate and Avocado is Myrtales and Laurales respectively. Pomegranate belongs to Lythraceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Pomegranate belongs to Punica genus of P. granatum species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
