Pumpkin and Durian
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
Anti depressant, Boosts immune system, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces stress
General Benefits
Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion
Hair Benefits
Regulates hair growth
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Nasal congestion, Red rash, Runny nose, Vomiting
Side Effects
Kidney and gallbladder diseases
Affects blood glucose levels, Nausea, Stomach pain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, 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, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
6.50 g
99+
27.09 g
7
Fiber
0.50 g
40
3.80 g
15
Sugar
2.76 g
99+
Not Available
Protein
1.00 g
25
1.47 g
15
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.15
11
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
426.00 mcg
1
2.00 mcg
33
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.37 mg
2
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.11 mg
8
0.20 mg
3
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg
25
1.07 mg
8
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
13
0.23 mg
25
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
28
0.32 mg
3
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
16.00 mcg
19
36.00 mcg
6
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.00 mg
99+
19.70 mg
37
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.44 mg
20
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
1.10 mcg
29
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
Not Available
Choline
0.00 mg
32
Not Available
Fat
0.10 g
99+
5.33 g
4
Minerals
Potassium
340.00 mg
14
436.00 mg
9
Iron
0.80 mg
16
0.43 mg
27
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
21.00 mg
21
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
12.00 mg
23
30.00 mg
5
Zinc
0.32 mg
8
0.28 mg
10
Phosphorus
44.00 mg
7
39.00 mg
9
Manganese
0.13 mg
26
0.33 mg
14
Copper
0.00 mg
99+
0.21 mg
6
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
82.22 mg
10
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
49.00 mg
33
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
0.00 mg
16
Not Available
Water Content
94.20 g
3
65.00 g
99+
Ash
1.40 g
5
1.12 g
7
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
26.00 kcal
38
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
30.00 kcal
23
147.00 kcal
3
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
147.00 kcal
3
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
400.00 kcal
6
Calories in Canned Form
34.00 kcal
24
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
46.00 kcal
32
170.00 kcal
5
Calories in Jam
130.00 kcal
35
320.00 kcal
8
Calories in Pie
244.00 kcal
37
Not Available
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
All seasons
Monsoon
Varieties
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady
D24, D99 (Gob kecil), D123 (Chanee), D145 (Beserah), D158 (Gan Yau), D159 (Monthong), D169 (Tok Litok), D188, D189, D190, D163 (Hor Lor) and D164 (Ang Bak)
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White
Green
Inside Color
Creamy Yellow
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Fibrous
Tough
Taste
Creamy, Soft, Sweet
Creamy, Sweet
Origin
Mexico
South-Eastern Asia
Grows on
Vines
Not Available
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay
Soil pH
5.5-7.5
5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm to hot climate
Hot, Humid
Facts
Facts about
- 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.
- 1 kg of durian contains 1350 calories which may cause weight gain.
- It may have a hyperthermic effect on the body, making you feel warmer.
- Study shows that durian has an ability to reduce infertility in men & women.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
No
No
Beer
Yes
No
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
No
Production
Top Producer
China
Thailand
Other Countries
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America
Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines
Top Importer
United States of America
China
Top Exporter
China
Thailand
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucurbita maxima
Durio zibethinus
Synonym
Cucurbita pepo, Squash
Lahia Hassk
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Malvales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Malvaceae
Genus
Cucurbita
Durio
Species
Cucurbita mixta
D. zibethinus
Generic Group
Not Available
Not Available
Difference Between Pumpkin and Durian
We might think that Pumpkin and Durian are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pumpkin and Durian Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pumpkin and Durian is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pumpkin and Durian with peel is 26.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and 147.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Pumpkin and Durian belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Pumpkin and Durian is Cucurbitales and Malvales respectively. Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Durian belongs to Malvaceae family. Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species and Durian belongs to Durio genus of D. zibethinus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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