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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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