Tomato and Avocado
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti depressant, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Muscle pain relief, Prevents constipation, Regulation of heart rate, Weight loss properties
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
General Benefits
Controls blood pressure, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Heals sunburn, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Softening mask
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Diarrhea, Eczema, Hives, Itching sensation in throat, Nausea, Skin Rashes, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Heart burn
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
3.90 g
99+
1.00 g
99+
Fiber
1.20 g
34
6.70 g
5
Sugar
2.60 g
99+
0.70 g
99+
Protein
0.90 g
30
2.00 g
10
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.23
5
0.24
4
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
42.00 mcg
14
7.00 mcg
29
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
27
0.10 mg
7
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
39
0.10 mg
10
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.59 mg
27
1.70 mg
3
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.09 mg
99+
1.40 mg
1
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg
20
0.30 mg
4
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
15.00 mcg
20
81.00 mcg
1
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
14.00 mg
99+
10.00 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.54 mg
18
2.10 mg
2
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
7.90 mcg
9
21.00 mcg
2
Lycopene
2,573.00 mcg
3
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
123.00 mcg
10
271.00 mcg
4
Choline
6.70 mg
16
14.20 mg
1
Fat
0.20 g
33
14.70 g
3
Minerals
Potassium
237.00 mg
28
485.00 mg
7
Iron
0.27 mg
38
0.50 mg
24
Sodium
5.00 mg
15
7.00 mg
12
Calcium
10.00 mg
34
12.00 mg
29
Magnesium
11.00 mg
24
29.00 mg
6
Zinc
0.17 mg
16
0.60 mg
4
Phosphorus
24.00 mg
21
52.00 mg
6
Manganese
0.11 mg
29
0.10 mg
31
Copper
0.06 mg
38
0.20 mg
8
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
3.00 mg
35
236.00 mg
2
Omega 6s
80.00 mg
24
1,689.00 mg
1
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.00 mg
12
87.00 mg
1
Water Content
94.52 g
2
73.20 g
99+
Ash
0.50 g
26
1.60 g
4
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
18.00 kcal
99+
160.00 kcal
3
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
16.00 kcal
29
172.40 kcal
2
Calories in Dried Form
258.00 kcal
28
686.40 kcal
2
Calories in Canned Form
17.00 kcal
27
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
17.00 kcal
99+
306.00 kcal
2
Calories in Jam
110.00 kcal
37
222.00 kcal
23
Calories in Pie
150.00 kcal
99+
288.00 kcal
23
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Fruit vegetable
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
All seasons
Summer
Varieties
Better Boy, Early Girl, Beefsteak, Beefmaster, Pink Brandywinem, Caspian Pink, Thai Pinks, Hawaiian Pineapple, Kellogg’s Breakfast, Cherokee Purple, Black Ethiopian and Paul Robeson
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Green, Orange, Pink, Purplish black, Red, White, Yellow
Dark green
Inside Color
Red
White
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sour, Sweet
Buttery
Origin
Central America, South America
Mexico, Central America
Grows on
Bushes
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy loam
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Soil pH
6-6.8
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Sunny, Warm
Humid, Without frosts
Facts
Facts about
- Around 10,000 varieties of tomatoes are grown in the world.
- In Buñol, people celebrate the Tomatina festival where around 1.5 lakh tomatoes are used.
- As per Guinness book of records, heaviest tomato weighed 3.51 kg.
- 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.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Mexico
Other Countries
Brazil, Egypt, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
Top Importer
Nigeria
United States of America
Top Exporter
Netherlands
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Solanum lycopersicum
Persea Americana
Synonym
Lycopersicon esculentum
Persea Gratissima
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Asteridae
Magnollidae
Order
Solanales
Laurales
Family
Solanaceae
Lauraceae
Genus
Solanum
Persea
Species
S. lycopersicum
P. Americana
Generic Group
Nightshade
Laurel
Difference Between Tomato and Avocado
We might think that Tomato and Avocado are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tomato and Avocado Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tomato and Avocado is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tomato and Avocado with peel is 18.00 kcal and 160.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Tomato and Avocado belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Tomato and Avocado is Solanales and Laurales respectively. Tomato belongs to Solanaceae family and Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family. Tomato belongs to Solanum genus of S. lycopersicum species and Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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