Pumpkin and Olive

Pumpkin

Olive

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, Helps in cartilage regeneration, Prevents macular degeneration, Treatment of alzheimer's disease

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, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Skin Benefits

Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation

Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases

Hair Benefits

Regulates hair growth

Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing

Side Effects

Kidney and gallbladder diseases

Affects blood glucose levels, Dizziness, Stomach pain

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)

Hardly eaten raw, Olive oil is consumed for many purposes.

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

6.50 g

99+

3.84 g

99+

Fiber

0.50 g

3.30 g

Sugar

2.76 g

99+

0.54 g

99+

Protein

1.00 g

1.03 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.15

0.26

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

426.00 mcg

20.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.05 mg

0.02 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.11 mg

0.01 mg

99+

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.60 mg

0.24 mg

99+

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.30 mg

0.02 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.06 mg

0.03 mg

99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

16.00 mcg

3.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.00 mg

99+

0.00 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.44 mg

3.81 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

1.10 mcg

1.40 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg

510.00 mcg

Choline

0.00 mg

14.20 mg

Fat

0.10 g

99+

15.32 g

Minerals

Potassium

340.00 mg

42.00 mg

99+

Iron

0.80 mg

0.49 mg

Sodium

1.00 mg

1,556.00 mg

Calcium

21.00 mg

52.00 mg

Magnesium

12.00 mg

11.00 mg

Zinc

0.32 mg

0.04 mg

Phosphorus

44.00 mg

4.00 mg

99+

Manganese

0.13 mg

0.00 mg

99+

Copper

0.00 mg

99+

0.12 mg

Selenium

0.00 mcg

0.90 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

82.22 mg

92.00 mg

Omega 6s

49.00 mg

1,215.00 mg

Sterol

Phytosterol

0.00 mg

Not Available

Water Content

94.20 g

75.28 g

99+

Ash

1.40 g

4.53 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

26.00 kcal

115.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

30.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

Not Available

467.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

34.00 kcal

119.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

46.00 kcal

60.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

130.00 kcal

200.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

244.00 kcal

240.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Berry

Tree fruit

Season

All seasons

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady

Manzanillo, Sevillano, Mission, Ascolano, Barouni, Gordal, Rubra and Picholine

Seedless Variety

Yes

Color

Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White

Black, Green, Purple, Yellow

Inside Color

Creamy Yellow

Brown

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Fibrous

Fleshy

Taste

Creamy, Soft, Sweet

Bitter

Origin

Mexico

Eastern Mediterranean Region

Grows on

Vines

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Well-drained

Soil pH

5.5-7.5

7-8

Climatic Conditions

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.

In ancient Greece, 1st eye shadow was made by adding olive oil in ground charcoal.
The most expensive form of olive oil is Extra Virgin.
Largest type of olive tree is known as donkey tree & smallest one is called bullet.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

China

Spain

Other Countries

Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America

Algeria, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

China

Italy

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Cucurbita maxima

Olea europaea

Synonym

Cucurbita pepo, Squash

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

Order

Cucurbitales

Lamiales

Family

Cucurbitaceae

Oleaceae

Genus

Cucurbita

Olea

Species

Cucurbita mixta

O. europaea

Generic Group

Not Available

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Difference Between Pumpkin and Olive

We might think that Pumpkin and Olive are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pumpkin and Olive Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pumpkin and Olive is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pumpkin and Olive with peel is 26.00 kcal and 115.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Pumpkin and Olive 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 Pumpkin and Olive is Cucurbitales and Lamiales respectively. Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Olive belongs to Oleaceae family. Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species and Olive belongs to Olea genus of O. europaea species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.