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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Reduces nervous tension, Ulcer prevention

Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension

1.1.1 General Benefits

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

1.2 Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles

Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne

1.3 Hair Benefits

Regulates hair growth

Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 Best Time to Eat

As a snack in the late afternoon, 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)

Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

15.30 g19.20 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

1.90 g2.90 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

NA16.30 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.40 g0.80 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.030.04

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

2.00 mcg7.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.02 mg0.06 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.05 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.20 mg0.40 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.08 mg0.30 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.04 mg0.11 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

3.00 mcg6.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

15.00 mg2.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

NA0.11 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

NA4.70 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

NA0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

NA9.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

NA4.70 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.10 g0.30 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

197.00 mg232.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.70 mg0.37 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

4.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

11.00 mg35.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

8.00 mg17.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.04 mg0.15 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

17.00 mg14.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

NA0.13 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.13 mg0.07 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.60 mcg0.20 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

49.00 mg144.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

NA31.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

83.80 g79.11 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.40 g0.66 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

57.00 kcal74.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NA71.42 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

320.00 kcal249.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NA69.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

50.00 kcal65.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

130.00 kcal360.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

310.00 kcal450.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Winter

Summer, Winter

4.3 Varieties

Meech’s Prolific, Lusitanica, Champion and Vranja AGM

Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Green, Yellow

Green, Purple, Red

4.6 Inside Color

White

Pink

4.7 Shape

Round

Conical

4.8 Texture

Crunchy

Fleshy

4.9 Taste

Tart

Sweet

4.10 Origin

Iran, South-West Asia, Turkey

Western Asia

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Loam, Well-drained

Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy

4.12.2 Soil pH

6-75-7

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Warm

Dry, Warm

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

Due to its strong & fruity aroma, brides consumed quince to ensure "perfumed lips".
It is also called as ‘Pear of Cydonia’, being native to Caucasus and Iran.
They call it as the ‘golden apple’ of Greek Mythology.

Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

Turkey

5.3.2 Other Countries

Algeria, Argentina, Azerbaijan, China, Iran, Morocco, Serbia, Spain, Uzbekistan

Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

France

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Argentina

Turkey

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Cydonia oblonga

Ficus carica

6.2 Synonym

C. vulgaris

Not Available

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Rosidae

Alismidae

7.7 Order

Rosales

7.8 Family

Rosaceae

Moraceae

7.9 Genus

Cydonia

Ficus

7.10 Species

C. oblonga

Ficus carica

7.11 Generic Group

Rose

Mulberry

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Difference Between Quince and Fig

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Quince and Fig with peel is 57.00 kcal and 74.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Quince and Fig belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Quince and Fig is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Quince belongs to Rosaceae family and Fig belongs to Moraceae family. Quince belongs to Cydonia genus of C. oblonga species and Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.