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Watermelon and Cucumber

Watermelon
Cucumber
Cucumber and Watermelon


Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation   
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Eczema treatment, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Removes toxic metals, Treatment of alzheimer's disease   
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level   
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sore eyes   
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin   
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases   
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth   
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Shiny hair   
Allergy
  
  
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes   
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Itching, Red rash, Runny nose, Sneezing, Vomiting, Watery eyes   
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting   
Stressed heart, Irritation, Swelling, Swelling around mouth, Throat swelling, Tongue swelling, Strained blood vessels   
Recommeded for
  
  
Pregnant Women
Yes   
Yes   
Lactating Women
Yes   
Not Available   
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, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Strictly avoid empty stomach   
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   
Carbs
7.55 g   
99+
3.63 g   
99+
Fiber
0.40 g   
99+
0.50 g   
40
Sugar
6.20 g   
99+
1.67 g   
99+
Protein
0.61 g   
99+
0.65 g   
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08   
18
0.19   
8
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin A (Retinol)
28.00 mcg   
18
5.00 mcg   
30
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg   
29
0.03 mg   
34
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg   
37
0.03 mg   
27
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.18 mg   
99+
0.10 mg   
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.22 mg   
26
0.26 mg   
20
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg   
40
0.04 mg   
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
3.00 mcg   
32
7.00 mcg   
28
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
8.10 mg   
99+
2.80 mg   
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.05 mg   
39
0.03 mg   
40
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.10 mcg   
35
16.40 mcg   
5
Lycopene
4,532.00 mcg   
2
0.00 mcg   
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
8.00 mcg   
33
23.00 mcg   
28
Choline
4.10 mg   
27
6.00 mg   
20
Fat
0.15 g   
38
0.11 g   
99+
Minerals
  
  
Potassium
112.00 mg   
99+
147.00 mg   
99+
Iron
0.24 mg   
99+
0.28 mg   
37
Sodium
1.00 mg   
20
2.00 mg   
18
Calcium
7.00 mg   
38
16.00 mg   
25
Magnesium
10.00 mg   
25
13.00 mg   
22
Zinc
0.10 mg   
23
0.20 mg   
14
Phosphorus
11.00 mg   
35
24.00 mg   
21
Manganese
0.04 mg   
99+
0.08 mg   
35
Copper
0.04 mg   
99+
0.04 mg   
99+
Selenium
0.40 mcg   
13
0.30 mcg   
14
Fatty Acids
  
  
Omega 3s
0.00 mg   
38
5.00 mg   
33
Omega 6s
50.00 mg   
32
28.00 mg   
99+
Sterol
  
  
Phytosterol
2.00 mg   
15
7.30 mg   
11
Water Content
91.45 g   
6
95.23 g   
1
Ash
0.25 g   
39
0.38 g   
34
Calories
Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available   
15.00 kcal   
99+
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
30.00 kcal   
23
12.00 kcal   
25
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available   
Not Available   
Calories in Dried Form
340.00 kcal   
12
Not Available   
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available   
Not Available   
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Juice
30.00 kcal   
38
Not Available   
Calories in Jam
252.00 kcal   
18
Not Available   
Calories in Pie
150.00 kcal   
99+
Not Available   
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Melon   
Fruit vegetable, Melon   
Season
Summer   
Spring, Summer   
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   
Armenian, English, Garden, Kirby, Lemon and Persian   
Seedless Variety
Yes   
Yes   
Color
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White   
Dark green, Green   
Inside Color
Red   
White   
Shape
Round   
Cylindrical   
Texture
Crispy   
Crunchy   
Taste
Sweet   
Juicy, Watery   
Origin
Southern Africa   
India   
Grows on
Vines   
Vines   
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Sandy, Well-drained   
Loam   
Soil pH
6-6.8   
6-6.8   
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.
  
  • Outer waxy coating of cucumber can erase the pen writing.
  • Pressing cucumber on roof of mouth for 30 sec will eliminate bad breath.
  • It is made up of 96% water.
  • English cucumber can grow longer than 2 feet.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Yes   
Not Available   
Beer
Yes   
Yes   
Spirits
No   
Yes   
Cocktails
Yes   
Yes   
Production
  
  
Top Producer
China   
China   
Other Countries
Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America   
Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Russia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America   
Top Importer
Germany   
France   
Top Exporter
China   
Spain   
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrullus Lanatus   
Cucumis sativus   
Synonym
Citrullus vulgaris   
Not Available   
Classification
Domain
Eukarya   
Eukarya   
Kingdom
Plantae   
Plantae   
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta   
Tracheobionta   
Division
Magnoliophyta   
Magnoliophyta   
Class
Magnoliopsida   
Magnoliopsida   
Subclass
Dillenhidae   
Dillenhidae   
Order
Cucurbitales   
Cucurbitales   
Family
Cucurbitaceae   
Cucurbitaceae   
Genus
Citrullus   
Cucumis   
Species
C. lanatus   
C. sativus   
Generic Group
Gourd   
Not Available   
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Difference Between Watermelon and Cucumber

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Watermelon and Cucumber with peel is Not Available and 15.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and 12.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Watermelon and Cucumber 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 Cucumber is Cucurbitales and Cucurbitales respectively. Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Cucumber belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species and Cucumber belongs to Cucumis genus of C. sativus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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