Health Benefits
Acidity treatment, Cancer prevention, Good for diabetics, Prevents constipation, Prevents Anaemia
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures fever, Eye care, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Skin rash, Stuffy nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Lactating Women
Not Available
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Phytosterol
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Type
Berry
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
All seasons
Summer
Varieties
Dark raisins, White or golden raisins, Sultanas and Currants
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Seedless Variety
Not Available
No
Color
Black, Blue, Green, Purple, Yellow
Dark green
Origin
Central Europe, Western Asia
Mexico, Central America
Grows on
Not Available
Trees
Soil Type
Clay loam, Sandy loam
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Humid, Without frosts
Facts about
- 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.
- The oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
- Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
- Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.
Top Producer
United States of America
Mexico
Other Countries
Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Chile, China, Iran, South Africa, Turkey, Uzbekistan
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Top Importer
Europe
United States of America
Top Exporter
Turkey
Mexico
Botanical Name
Vitis Vinifera
Persea Americana
Synonym
Not Available
Persea Gratissima
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Not Available
Magnollidae
Family
Vitaceae
Lauraceae
Species
Vitis vinifera
P. Americana
Generic Group
Grape
Laurel
Difference Between Raisin and Avocado
We might think that Raisin and Avocado are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Raisin and Avocado Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Raisin and Avocado is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Raisin and Avocado with peel is 299.00 kcal and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Raisin and Avocado 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 Raisin and Avocado is Vitales and Laurales respectively. Raisin belongs to Vitaceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Raisin belongs to Vitis genus of Vitis vinifera species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.