Pumpkin and Strawberry
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, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Improves stomach health, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
General Benefits
Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Regulates hair growth
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair, 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
Chest pains, Eczema, Hives inside the cheeks, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling, Watery eyes
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+
7.68 g
99+
Fiber
0.50 g
40
2.00 g
26
Sugar
2.76 g
99+
4.89 g
99+
Protein
1.00 g
25
0.67 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.15
11
0.09
16
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
426.00 mcg
1
1.00 mcg
36
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.02 mg
35
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.11 mg
8
0.02 mg
36
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg
25
0.39 mg
37
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
13
0.13 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
28
0.05 mg
38
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
16.00 mcg
19
24.00 mcg
10
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.00 mg
99+
58.80 mg
13
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.44 mg
20
0.29 mg
24
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
1.10 mcg
29
2.20 mcg
26
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
26.00 mcg
27
Choline
0.00 mg
32
5.70 mg
21
Fat
0.10 g
99+
0.30 g
28
Minerals
Potassium
340.00 mg
14
153.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.80 mg
16
0.41 mg
28
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
21.00 mg
21
16.00 mg
25
Magnesium
12.00 mg
23
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.32 mg
8
0.14 mg
19
Phosphorus
44.00 mg
7
24.00 mg
21
Manganese
0.13 mg
26
0.39 mg
10
Copper
0.00 mg
99+
0.05 mg
99+
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
82.22 mg
10
65.00 mg
12
Omega 6s
49.00 mg
33
90.00 mg
21
Sterol
Phytosterol
0.00 mg
16
12.00 mg
7
Water Content
94.20 g
3
90.95 g
8
Ash
1.40 g
5
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
26.00 kcal
38
33.00 kcal
35
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
30.00 kcal
23
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
35.00 kcal
25
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
375.00 kcal
7
Calories in Canned Form
34.00 kcal
24
92.00 kcal
7
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
46.00 kcal
32
Not Available
Calories in Jam
130.00 kcal
35
Not Available
Calories in Pie
244.00 kcal
37
Not Available
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Berry
Season
All seasons
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady
Allstar, Annapolis, Cavendish, Chandler, Earliglow, Flavorfest, Honeoye, Jewel, Northeaster, San Andreas, Seascape, Tribute and Tristar
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White
Bright red
Inside Color
Creamy Yellow
Pink
Shape
Round
Conical
Texture
Fibrous
Juicy
Taste
Creamy, Soft, Sweet
Sour-Sweet
Origin
Mexico
Europe
Grows on
Vines
Bushes
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam
Soil pH
5.5-7.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm to hot climate
Cold
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.
- Strawberry is the only fruit with seeds on its covering.
- Belgium has a museum dedicated to strawberries.
- Americans eat almost 3.4 pounds of fresh strawberries each year.
- They are believed to be an aphrodisiac.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
No
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
United States of America
Other Countries
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America
Egypt, Mexico, Russia, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
United States of America
Canada
Top Exporter
China
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucurbita maxima
Fragaria Ananassa
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
Rosales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Cucurbita
Fragaria
Species
Cucurbita mixta
F. ananassa
Generic Group
Not Available
Rose
Difference Between Pumpkin and Strawberry
We might think that Pumpkin and Strawberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pumpkin and Strawberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pumpkin and Strawberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pumpkin and Strawberry with peel is 26.00 kcal and 33.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Pumpkin and Strawberry belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Pumpkin and Strawberry is Cucurbitales and Rosales respectively. Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Strawberry belongs to Rosaceae family. Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species and Strawberry belongs to Fragaria genus of F. ananassa species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
