Watermelon and Pineapple
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
Asthma treatment, Bronchitis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sinusitis, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Prevents hair loss
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes
Abdominal pains, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Sneezing, Swelling, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting
Causes swollen mouth, Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Skin rash, Vomiting
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
No
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
7.55 g
99+
13.12 g
37
Fiber
0.40 g
99+
1.40 g
32
Sugar
6.20 g
99+
9.85 g
23
Protein
0.61 g
99+
0.54 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.04
24
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
28.00 mcg
18
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
29
0.08 mg
10
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
37
0.03 mg
28
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.18 mg
99+
0.50 mg
30
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.22 mg
26
0.21 mg
29
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
40
0.11 mg
13
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
3.00 mcg
32
18.00 mcg
17
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
8.10 mg
99+
47.80 mg
17
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.05 mg
39
0.02 mg
99+
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.10 mcg
35
0.70 mcg
30
Lycopene
4,532.00 mcg
2
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
8.00 mcg
33
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
4.10 mg
27
5.50 mg
23
Fat
0.15 g
38
0.12 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
112.00 mg
99+
109.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.24 mg
99+
0.29 mg
36
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
7.00 mg
38
13.00 mg
28
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
12.00 mg
23
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.12 mg
21
Phosphorus
11.00 mg
35
8.00 mg
40
Manganese
0.04 mg
99+
0.93 mg
4
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.11 mg
19
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
17.00 mg
27
Omega 6s
50.00 mg
32
23.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
2.00 mg
15
6.00 mg
13
Water Content
91.45 g
6
86.00 g
33
Ash
0.25 g
39
0.22 g
99+
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
30.00 kcal
23
50.00 kcal
14
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
50.00 kcal
15
Calories in Dried Form
340.00 kcal
12
245.00 kcal
31
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
52.00 kcal
21
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
30.00 kcal
38
53.00 kcal
27
Calories in Jam
252.00 kcal
18
265.00 kcal
13
Calories in Pie
150.00 kcal
99+
303.00 kcal
17
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Melon
Berry, Tropical
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
Smooth Cayenne, Abacaxi, Red Spanish and Queen
Seedless Variety
Yes
Yes
Color
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White
Yellow
Inside Color
Red
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Crispy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet
Strong, Sweet, Tart
Origin
Southern Africa
Central America, South America
Grows on
Vines
Not Available
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy, Well-drained
Clay, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.8
5.5-6
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Hot
Hot, Sunny
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.
- A single pineapple takes 3 years to reach maturation.
- Pineapple is not an apple, but is actually a berry.
- The name is with reference to its resemblance to pine cones.
- Pineapple is sweeter if scales are more.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
No
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
Costa Rica
Other Countries
Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Brazil, India, Philippines, Thailand
Top Importer
Germany
United States of America
Top Exporter
China
Costa Rica
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrullus Lanatus
Ananas comosus
Synonym
Citrullus vulgaris
Ananas sativus
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Commelinidae
Order
Cucurbitales
Poales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Bromeliaceae
Genus
Citrullus
Ananas
Species
C. lanatus
A. comosus
Generic Group
Gourd
Pineapple
Difference Between Watermelon and Pineapple
We might think that Watermelon and Pineapple are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Watermelon and Pineapple Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Watermelon and Pineapple is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Watermelon and Pineapple with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and 50.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Watermelon and Pineapple 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 Pineapple is Cucurbitales and Poales respectively. Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Pineapple belongs to Bromeliaceae family. Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species and Pineapple belongs to Ananas genus of A. comosus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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