Pumpkin and Mango
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
Cancer prevention, Cures fatigue, Heart care, Prevents strokes
General Benefits
Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of blackheads, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Regulates hair growth
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Kidney and gallbladder diseases
Increase in blood sugar level, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
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)
Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
6.50 g
99+
15.00 g
27
Fiber
0.50 g
40
1.60 g
30
Sugar
2.76 g
99+
13.70 g
9
Protein
1.00 g
25
0.80 g
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.15
11
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
426.00 mcg
1
54.00 mcg
11
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.11 mg
8
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg
25
0.70 mg
18
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
13
0.20 mg
32
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
28
0.12 mg
11
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
16.00 mcg
19
43.00 mcg
4
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.00 mg
99+
36.40 mg
22
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.44 mg
20
0.90 mg
10
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
1.10 mcg
29
4.20 mcg
17
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
3.00 mcg
8
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
23.00 mcg
28
Choline
0.00 mg
32
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.10 g
99+
0.38 g
23
Minerals
Potassium
340.00 mg
14
168.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.80 mg
16
0.16 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
21.00 mg
21
11.00 mg
32
Magnesium
12.00 mg
23
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.32 mg
8
0.09 mg
24
Phosphorus
44.00 mg
7
14.00 mg
32
Manganese
0.13 mg
26
0.06 mg
39
Copper
0.00 mg
99+
0.11 mg
18
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
82.22 mg
10
51.00 mg
14
Omega 6s
49.00 mg
33
19.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
0.00 mg
16
Not Available
Water Content
94.20 g
3
83.46 g
99+
Ash
1.40 g
5
0.36 g
35
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
60.00 kcal
11
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
60.00 kcal
12
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
314.00 kcal
15
Calories in Canned Form
34.00 kcal
24
75.00 kcal
13
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
46.00 kcal
32
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
130.00 kcal
35
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
244.00 kcal
37
120.00 kcal
99+
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tree fruit
Season
All seasons
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady
Alphonso, Valencia Pride, Badami, Chaunsa, Nam Dok Mai, Glenn, Sindhri, Madame Francique, Kesar and Keitt
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White
Orange, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Creamy Yellow
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Fibrous
Fleshy
Taste
Creamy, Soft, Sweet
Sweet
Origin
Mexico
Southern Asia
Grows on
Vines
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH
5.5-7.5
4.5-7
Climatic Conditions
Warm to hot climate
Humid, Warm to hot climate
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.
- A mango tree can bear fruits even after the age of 300 years.
- Height of a mango tree can be as high as 100 feet.
- In India, mango is known as a symbol of love. Also, a mango basket is considered as the sign of friendship.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
No
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
India
Other Countries
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America
Bangladesh, Brazil, China, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucurbita maxima
Mangifera Indica
Synonym
Cucurbita pepo, Squash
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Sapindales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Anacardiaceae
Genus
Cucurbita
Mangifera
Species
Cucurbita mixta
M. indica
Generic Group
Not Available
Cashew
Difference Between Pumpkin and Mango
We might think that Pumpkin and Mango are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pumpkin and Mango Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pumpkin and Mango is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pumpkin and Mango with peel is 26.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and 60.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Pumpkin and Mango belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Pumpkin and Mango is Cucurbitales and Sapindales respectively. Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Mango belongs to Anacardiaceae family. Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species and Mango belongs to Mangifera genus of M. indica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
