Watermelon and Cranberry
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Stomach pain, Vomiting
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
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
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
7.55 g
99+
12.20 g
39
Fiber
0.40 g
99+
4.60 g
12
Sugar
6.20 g
99+
4.04 g
99+
Protein
0.61 g
99+
0.39 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
28.00 mcg
18
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
29
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
37
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.18 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.22 mg
26
0.30 mg
14
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
40
0.06 mg
30
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
3.00 mcg
32
1.00 mcg
34
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
8.10 mg
99+
13.30 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.05 mg
39
1.20 mg
7
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.10 mcg
35
5.10 mcg
14
Lycopene
4,532.00 mcg
2
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
8.00 mcg
33
91.00 mcg
14
Choline
4.10 mg
27
5.50 mg
23
Fat
0.15 g
38
0.13 g
40
Minerals
Potassium
112.00 mg
99+
85.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.24 mg
99+
0.25 mg
40
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
7.00 mg
38
8.00 mg
37
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
6.00 mg
29
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
11.00 mg
35
13.00 mg
33
Manganese
0.04 mg
99+
0.36 mg
11
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.06 mg
36
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
22.00 mg
24
Omega 6s
50.00 mg
32
33.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
2.00 mg
15
Not Available
Water Content
91.45 g
6
87.13 g
25
Ash
0.25 g
39
0.20 g
99+
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
46.00 kcal
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
30.00 kcal
23
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
42.00 kcal
21
Calories in Dried Form
340.00 kcal
12
308.00 kcal
16
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
151.00 kcal
2
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
30.00 kcal
38
54.00 kcal
26
Calories in Jam
252.00 kcal
18
150.00 kcal
33
Calories in Pie
150.00 kcal
99+
164.00 kcal
99+
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Melon
Berry
Season
Summer
Autumn
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 Black, Howes, Ben Lear and Stevens
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White
Red
Inside Color
Red
White
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Crispy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet
Bitter, Tart
Origin
Southern Africa
North America
Grows on
Vines
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy, Well-drained
Clay, Sandy, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.8
4.5-5
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Hot
Warm
Facts
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.
- Europeans thought the cranberry blossom looked like the head of a sandhill crane, hence the name Cranberry.
- They are also known as bounce berries as they bounce when they ripe.
- Cranberries do not grow in water.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
United States of America
Other Countries
Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Canada, Latvia, Macedonia, NA, Romania, Tunisia, Ukraine
Top Importer
Germany
Europe
Top Exporter
China
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrullus Lanatus
Vaccinium Macrocarpon
Synonym
Citrullus vulgaris
Oxycoccus macrocarpus
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Ericales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Ericaceae
Genus
Citrullus
Vaccinium
Species
C. lanatus
Vaccinium macrocarpon
Generic Group
Gourd
Heath
Difference Between Watermelon and Cranberry
We might think that Watermelon and Cranberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Watermelon and Cranberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Watermelon and Cranberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Watermelon and Cranberry with peel is Not Available and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Watermelon and Cranberry belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Watermelon and Cranberry is Cucurbitales and Ericales respectively. Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Cranberry belongs to Ericaceae family. Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species and Cranberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium macrocarpon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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