American Persimmon

Red Currant

American Persimmon and Red Currant

American Persimmon

Red Currant

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

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

Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism

1.1.1 General Benefits

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

Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne

1.3 Hair Benefits

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

Protects hair

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties

1.5 Side Effects

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

Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

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

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.

Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

33.50 g13.80 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

NA4.30 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

NA7.37 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.80 g1.40 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.020.10

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

NA2.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

NA0.04 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

NA0.05 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

NA0.10 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

NA0.06 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

NA0.07 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

NA8.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

66.00 mg41.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

NA0.10 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

NA11.00 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

NA0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

NA47.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

NA7.60 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.40 g0.20 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

310.00 mg275.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

2.50 mg1.00 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

1.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

27.00 mg33.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

NA13.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

NA0.23 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

26.00 mg44.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

NA0.19 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

NA0.11 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

NA0.60 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

NA35.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

NA53.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

NANA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

64.40 g83.95 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.90 g0.66 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

127.00 kcal56.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NANA

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

276.00 kcal308.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NANA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

25.00 kcal70.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

345.00 kcal165.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

257.00 kcal260.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Berry, Tree fruit

Berry

4.2 Season

Autumn, Winter

Summer

4.3 Varieties

Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis

Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Orange, Red, Yellow

Red

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

Red

4.7 Shape

Round

4.8 Texture

Juicy

4.9 Taste

Sweet

Sour, Tart

4.10 Origin

Eastern United States

Europe

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Sandy loam, Well-drained

Moist, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

6.5-7.56-7

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny

Cold

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

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'.

The albino version of red currants known as white currants, are often sold as different fruit.
Red currant tea is healthy substitute for coffee.
There are more than 150 varieties of red currants.

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

Russia

5.3.2 Other Countries

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

Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

Germany

5.3.4 Top Exporter

United States of America

Russia

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Diospyros virginiana

Ribes rubrum

6.2 Synonym

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

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Ericales

Saxifragales

7.8 Family

Ebenaceae

Grossulariaceae

7.9 Genus

Diospyros

Ribes

7.10 Species

D. virginiana

R. rubrum

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

Saxifrage

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Difference Between American Persimmon and Red Currant

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh American Persimmon and Red Currant with peel is 127.00 kcal and 56.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, American Persimmon and Red Currant belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of American Persimmon and Red Currant is Ericales and Saxifragales respectively. American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family. American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species and Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.