Raisin and Longan
Benefits
Health Benefits
Acidity treatment, Cancer prevention, Good for diabetics, Prevents constipation, Prevents Anaemia
Anti depressant, Anti-inflammatory properties, Healthy mucus membrane, prevents oral cavity cancer, Prevents anemia, Prevents cases of morning sickness, Prevents lung cancer, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of colonic diseases
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Cures fever, Eye care, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Digestive aid, Gives you energy, Suppresses Arthritis
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation
Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Not Available
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Skin rash, Stuffy nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing
Itching, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Mouth irritation, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Not Available
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal
As a snack in the late afternoon
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
79.18 g
1
15.00 g
27
Fiber
3.70 g
16
1.10 g
35
Sugar
59.19 g
2
Not Available
Protein
3.07 g
3
1.30 g
17
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.04
24
0.09
17
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
0.00 mcg
37
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.11 mg
4
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.13 mg
7
0.50 mg
2
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.77 mg
15
1.00 mg
9
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.10 mg
99+
0.30 mg
12
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.17 mg
9
0.00 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg
30
0.00 mcg
36
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.30 mg
99+
28.00 mg
32
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.12 mg
35
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
3.50 mcg
19
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
Not Available
Choline
11.10 mg
5
Not Available
Fat
0.46 g
19
0.40 g
21
Minerals
Potassium
749.00 mg
2
266.00 mg
24
Iron
1.88 mg
6
0.13 mg
99+
Sodium
11.00 mg
9
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
50.00 mg
6
1.00 mg
99+
Magnesium
32.00 mg
4
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.22 mg
13
0.05 mg
28
Phosphorus
101.00 mg
2
12.00 mg
34
Manganese
0.30 mg
16
Not Available
Copper
0.32 mg
4
0.10 mg
22
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
8.00 mg
31
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
29.00 mg
99+
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
15.43 g
99+
78.00 g
99+
Ash
1.85 g
3
0.50 g
26
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
299.00 kcal
1
83.00 kcal
7
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
154.00 kcal
6
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
255.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Pie
251.00 kcal
34
109.00 kcal
99+
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
All seasons
Mid to late summer
Varieties
Dark raisins, White or golden raisins, Sultanas and Currants
Chompoo Longan, Kohala Seedling, Haew, Edau and Biew Kiew
Seedless Variety
Not Available
Not Available
Color
Black, Blue, Green, Purple, Yellow
Rusty brown
Inside Color
Brown
Yellowish brown
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Fleshy
Fleshy
Taste
Sweet
Sweetish
Origin
Central Europe, Western Asia
Mexico
Grows on
Not Available
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay loam, Sandy loam
Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-7
5-7
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Sunny, Warm, Without frosts
Facts
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.
- Longan is also called as "Dragon's eye" in China as it gives an impression of an eyeball.
- Longan seeds can be used to absorb the venom after the snake bite and they also help to stop bleeding.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
United States of America
Thailand
Other Countries
Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Chile, China, Iran, South Africa, Turkey, Uzbekistan
Australia, Combodia, Taiwan, United States of America, Vietnam
Top Importer
Europe
China
Top Exporter
Turkey
Thailand
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Vitis Vinifera
Dimocarpus longan
Synonym
Not Available
Dragon eye
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Viridiplantae
Division
Magnoliophyta
Tracheophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Not Available
Rosidae
Order
Vitales
Sapindales
Family
Vitaceae
Sapindaceae
Genus
Vitis
Dimocarpus
Species
Vitis vinifera
D. longan
Generic Group
Grape
Not Available
Difference Between Raisin and Longan
We might think that Raisin and Longan are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Raisin and Longan Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Raisin and Longan is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Raisin and Longan with peel is 299.00 kcal and 83.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Raisin and Longan belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Raisin and Longan is Vitales and Sapindales respectively. Raisin belongs to Vitaceae family and Longan belongs to Sapindaceae family. Raisin belongs to Vitis genus of Vitis vinifera species and Longan belongs to Dimocarpus genus of D. longan species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
