Avocado and Blackcurrant
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease
Arthritis treatment, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Diarrhea treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health, Muscle pain relief, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Cures fever, Eye care, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask
Acts as moisturizer, Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), 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., Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
1.00 g
99+
15.40 g
24
Fiber
6.70 g
5
Not Available
Sugar
0.70 g
99+
Not Available
Protein
2.00 g
10
1.40 g
16
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.24
4
0.09
16
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
7.00 mcg
29
12.00 mcg
25
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.10 mg
7
0.05 mg
21
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.10 mg
10
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
1.70 mg
3
0.30 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
1.40 mg
1
0.40 mg
7
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.30 mg
4
0.07 mg
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
81.00 mcg
1
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
10.00 mg
99+
181.00 mg
2
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
2.10 mg
2
1.00 mg
9
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
21.00 mcg
2
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
271.00 mcg
4
Not Available
Choline
14.20 mg
1
Not Available
Fat
14.70 g
3
0.40 g
21
Minerals
Potassium
485.00 mg
7
322.00 mg
15
Iron
0.50 mg
24
1.54 mg
9
Sodium
7.00 mg
12
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
12.00 mg
29
55.00 mg
4
Magnesium
29.00 mg
6
24.00 mg
10
Zinc
0.60 mg
4
0.27 mg
11
Phosphorus
52.00 mg
6
59.00 mg
5
Manganese
0.10 mg
31
0.26 mg
18
Copper
0.20 mg
8
0.09 mg
25
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
236.00 mg
2
72.00 mg
11
Omega 6s
1,689.00 mg
1
107.00 mg
18
Sterol
Phytosterol
87.00 mg
1
Not Available
Water Content
73.20 g
99+
81.96 g
99+
Ash
1.60 g
4
0.86 g
12
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
160.00 kcal
3
63.00 kcal
16
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
172.40 kcal
2
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
686.40 kcal
2
283.00 kcal
20
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
306.00 kcal
2
108.00 kcal
8
Calories in Jam
222.00 kcal
23
183.00 kcal
28
Calories in Pie
288.00 kcal
23
270.00 kcal
29
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical
Berry
Season
Summer
Summer
Varieties
Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano
Ben Sarek, Ben Lomond, Ben Hope, Ben Connan, Ben Avon, Ben Gairn, Ben Dorain, Ben Hope, Ben Sarek, Ben Tirran, Big Ben, Ebony, Foxendown, Titania and Ben Alder
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Dark green
Black
Inside Color
White
Grey
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Buttery
Tart
Origin
Mexico, Central America
Asia, Europe
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Humid, Without frosts
Cold, Moist
Facts
Facts about
- The oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
- Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
- Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.
- The life of black currant plant is 20-30 years.
- Oil extracted from black currant seeds is used in production of skin care products.
- Black currant berries are major source of food for the birds.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Not Available
Production
Top Producer
Mexico
Russia
Other Countries
Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Not Available
Top Exporter
Mexico
Not Available
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Persea Americana
Ribes nigrum
Synonym
Persea Gratissima
R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Magnollidae
Rosidae
Order
Laurales
Saxifragales
Family
Lauraceae
Grossulariaceae
Genus
Persea
Ribes
Species
P. Americana
R. nigrum
Generic Group
Laurel
Saxifrage
Difference Between Avocado and Blackcurrant
We might think that Avocado and Blackcurrant are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Avocado and Blackcurrant Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Avocado and Blackcurrant is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Avocado and Blackcurrant with peel is 160.00 kcal and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Avocado and Blackcurrant belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Avocado and Blackcurrant is Laurales and Saxifragales respectively. Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family and Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species and Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
