Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
General Benefits
Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones
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
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Regulates hair growth
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, 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, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Kidney and gallbladder diseases
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
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
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
6.50 g
99+
10.70 g
99+
Fiber
0.50 g
40
1.60 g
30
Sugar
2.76 g
99+
6.90 g
99+
Protein
1.00 g
25
0.80 g
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.15
11
0.07
20
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
426.00 mcg
1
58.00 mcg
10
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.04 mg
22
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.11 mg
8
0.03 mg
29
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg
25
0.20 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
13
0.26 mg
19
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
28
0.05 mg
34
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
16.00 mcg
19
13.00 mcg
22
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.00 mg
99+
31.20 mg
27
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.44 mg
20
0.13 mg
34
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
1.10 mcg
29
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
1,419.00 mcg
5
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
5.00 mcg
35
Choline
0.00 mg
32
7.70 mg
12
Fat
0.10 g
99+
0.14 g
39
Minerals
Potassium
340.00 mg
14
135.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.80 mg
16
0.08 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
21.00 mg
21
22.00 mg
20
Magnesium
12.00 mg
23
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.32 mg
8
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
44.00 mg
7
18.00 mg
27
Manganese
0.13 mg
26
0.02 mg
99+
Copper
0.00 mg
99+
0.03 mg
99+
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
82.22 mg
10
8.00 mg
31
Omega 6s
49.00 mg
33
29.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
0.00 mg
16
Not Available
Water Content
94.20 g
3
88.06 g
20
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
42.00 kcal
18
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
34.00 kcal
24
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
46.00 kcal
32
39.00 kcal
36
Calories in Jam
130.00 kcal
35
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
244.00 kcal
37
320.00 kcal
14
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
All seasons
All seasons
Varieties
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady
Rio Star, Flame, Thompson and Star Ruby
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White
Pink, Red
Inside Color
Creamy Yellow
Pink
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Fibrous
Succulent
Taste
Creamy, Soft, Sweet
Sweet, Tangy
Origin
Mexico
Barbados
Grows on
Vines
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-7.5
6-8
Climatic Conditions
Warm to hot climate
Humid, Warm
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.
- 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.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
No
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Japan
Top Exporter
China
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucurbita maxima
Citrus paradisi
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
Rutaceae
Genus
Cucurbita
Citrus
Species
Cucurbita mixta
C. × paradisi
Generic Group
Not Available
Citrus fruit
