Watermelon

American Persimmon

Watermelon and American Persimmon

Watermelon

American Persimmon

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation

Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension

1.1.1 General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation

1.2 Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles

1.3 Hair Benefits

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth

Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting

Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation

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., Strictly avoid empty stomach

Along with meal, 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.

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

7.55 g33.50 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

0.40 gNA

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

6.20 gNA

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.61 g0.80 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.080.02

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

28.00 mcgNA

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mgNA

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mgNA

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.18 mgNA

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.22 mgNA

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.05 mgNA

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

3.00 mcgNA

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

8.10 mg66.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.05 mgNA

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.10 mcgNA

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

4,532.00 mcgNA

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

8.00 mcgNA

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

4.10 mgNA

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.15 g0.40 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

112.00 mg310.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.24 mg2.50 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

1.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

7.00 mg27.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

10.00 mgNA

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mgNA

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

11.00 mg26.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.04 mgNA

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.04 mgNA

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.40 mcgNA

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mgNA

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

50.00 mgNA

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

2.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

91.45 g64.40 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.25 g0.90 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NA127.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

30.00 kcalNA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NANA

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

340.00 kcal276.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NANA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

30.00 kcal25.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

252.00 kcal345.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

150.00 kcal257.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Berry, Melon

Berry, Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Summer

Autumn, Winter

4.3 Varieties

Sugar Baby, Sangria, Golden Midget, Starlight, Jubilee, Starbrite, Extazy, Stars 'n' Stripes, Mickylee, Yellow Baby, Yellow Doll, Little Baby Flower, Sweet Favorite and Cream of Saskatchewan

Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White

Orange, Red, Yellow

4.6 Inside Color

Red

Yellow

4.7 Shape

Round

4.8 Texture

Crispy

Juicy

4.9 Taste

Sweet

4.10 Origin

Southern Africa

Eastern United States

4.11 Grows on

Vines

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Sandy, Well-drained

Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

6-6.86.5-7.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Dry, Hot

Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

Watermelon contain 91% of water.
In Japan & Chine, watermelon is a popular gift to bring a host.
Entire watermelon is edible, even the rinds & seeds.
There are more than 1200 varieties grown in the world.

It is said that formation of seeds inside the persimmon fruit shows what type of winter is coming(type of snow).
There are about 2000 varieties of this fruit.
The American persimmon has another name 'Possumwood'.

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

China

5.3.2 Other Countries

Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America

Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan

5.3.3 Top Importer

Germany

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

China

United States of America

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Citrullus Lanatus

Diospyros virginiana

6.2 Synonym

Citrullus 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

Dillenhidae

7.7 Order

Cucurbitales

Ericales

7.8 Family

Cucurbitaceae

Ebenaceae

7.9 Genus

Citrullus

Diospyros

7.10 Species

C. lanatus

D. virginiana

7.11 Generic Group

Gourd

Not Available

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Difference Between Watermelon and American Persimmon

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Watermelon and American Persimmon with peel is Not Available and 127.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Watermelon and American Persimmon belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Watermelon and American Persimmon is Cucurbitales and Ericales respectively. Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family. Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species and American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.