Pumpkin and Raisin

Pumpkin

Raisin

Benefits

Health Benefits

Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties

Acidity treatment, Cancer prevention, Good for diabetics, Prevents constipation, Prevents Anaemia

General Benefits

Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones

Boosts immune system, Cures fever, Eye care, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones

Skin Benefits

Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation

Hair Benefits

Regulates hair growth

Protects hair

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

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

Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Skin rash, Stuffy nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing

Side Effects

Kidney and gallbladder diseases

Allergic reaction

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Not Available

Best Time to Eat

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

Any time except an hour after meal

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

6.50 g

99+

79.18 g

Fiber

0.50 g

3.70 g

Sugar

2.76 g

99+

59.19 g

Protein

1.00 g

3.07 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.15

0.04

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

426.00 mcg

0.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.05 mg

0.11 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.11 mg

0.13 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.60 mg

0.77 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.30 mg

0.10 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.06 mg

0.17 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

16.00 mcg

5.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.00 mg

99+

2.30 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.44 mg

0.12 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

1.10 mcg

3.50 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg

Choline

0.00 mg

11.10 mg

Fat

0.10 g

99+

0.46 g

Minerals

Potassium

340.00 mg

749.00 mg

Iron

0.80 mg

1.88 mg

Sodium

1.00 mg

11.00 mg

Calcium

21.00 mg

50.00 mg

Magnesium

12.00 mg

32.00 mg

Zinc

0.32 mg

0.22 mg

Phosphorus

44.00 mg

101.00 mg

Manganese

0.13 mg

0.30 mg

Copper

0.00 mg

99+

0.32 mg

Selenium

0.00 mcg

0.60 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

82.22 mg

8.00 mg

Omega 6s

49.00 mg

29.00 mg

99+

Sterol

Phytosterol

0.00 mg

Not Available

Water Content

94.20 g

15.43 g

99+

Ash

1.40 g

1.85 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

26.00 kcal

299.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

30.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

Not Available

Calories in Canned Form

34.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

46.00 kcal

154.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

130.00 kcal

255.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

244.00 kcal

251.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Berry

Season

All seasons

Varieties

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

Dark raisins, White or golden raisins, Sultanas and Currants

Seedless Variety

Yes

Not Available

Color

Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White

Black, Blue, Green, Purple, Yellow

Inside Color

Creamy Yellow

Brown

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Fibrous

Fleshy

Taste

Creamy, Soft, Sweet

Sweet

Origin

Mexico

Central Europe, Western Asia

Grows on

Vines

Not Available

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Clay loam, Sandy loam

Soil pH

5.5-7.5

5.5-7

Climatic Conditions

Warm to hot climate

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.

30th April is known as National Raisin Day.
Fresno, California is known as raisin capital of the world.
Half of world's raisin supply is produced in California.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

China

United States of America

Other Countries

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

Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Chile, China, Iran, South Africa, Turkey, Uzbekistan

Top Importer

United States of America

Europe

Top Exporter

China

Turkey

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Cucurbita maxima

Vitis Vinifera

Synonym

Cucurbita pepo, Squash

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Dillenhidae

Not Available

Order

Cucurbitales

Vitales

Family

Cucurbitaceae

Vitaceae

Genus

Cucurbita

Vitis

Species

Cucurbita mixta

Vitis vinifera

Generic Group

Not Available

Grape

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Difference Between Pumpkin and Raisin

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pumpkin and Raisin with peel is 26.00 kcal and 299.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Pumpkin and Raisin 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 Raisin is Cucurbitales and Vitales respectively. Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Raisin belongs to Vitaceae family. Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species and Raisin belongs to Vitis genus of Vitis vinifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.