Blackcurrant and Apple
Benefits
Health Benefits
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
Cancer prevention, Supports healthy Liver function, Diarrhea treatment, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Neutralizes irritable bowel syndrome, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents constipation, Prevents gall stones, Prevents high blood pressure, Helps prevent Parkinson's disease, Reduces risk of asthma, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
General Benefits
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
Boosts immune system, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Whitens teeth
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of puffy eyes
Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Abdominal pains, Itching, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Allergic reaction, May consist of poisonous seeds
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
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)
Any time except an hour after meal, Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.40 g
24
13.81 g
33
Fiber
Not Available
2.40 g
24
Sugar
Not Available
10.00 g
20
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.30 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09
16
0.02
26
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
12.00 mcg
25
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.00 mg
99+
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.00 mg
99+
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.30 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.40 mg
7
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
26
0.00 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
181.00 mg
2
4.60 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.00 mg
9
0.20 mg
29
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
2.20 mcg
26
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
29.00 mcg
25
Choline
Not Available
3.40 mg
28
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.20 g
33
Minerals
Potassium
322.00 mg
15
107.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.54 mg
9
0.10 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
55.00 mg
4
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
24.00 mg
10
5.00 mg
30
Zinc
0.27 mg
11
0.00 mg
30
Phosphorus
59.00 mg
5
11.00 mg
35
Manganese
0.26 mg
18
0.00 mg
99+
Copper
0.09 mg
25
0.00 mg
99+
Selenium
Not Available
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
72.00 mg
11
9.00 mg
30
Omega 6s
107.00 mg
18
43.00 mg
37
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
12.00 mg
7
Water Content
81.96 g
99+
85.60 g
36
Ash
0.86 g
12
0.20 g
99+
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
52.00 kcal
22
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
48.00 kcal
15
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
48.00 kcal
17
Calories in Dried Form
283.00 kcal
20
243.00 kcal
32
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
67.00 kcal
16
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
108.00 kcal
8
47.00 kcal
31
Calories in Jam
183.00 kcal
28
200.00 kcal
26
Calories in Pie
270.00 kcal
29
265.00 kcal
31
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tree fruit
Season
Summer
All seasons
Varieties
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
Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Gala, Fuji, Granny Smith, Arkansas Black, Sampion, Pink Lady, Cameo, Jonagold, Mc Intosh, Ananasrenette, Lobo, Pacific Rose, Yellow transparent and Bramley
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Black
Green, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Grey
White
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Crunchy
Taste
Tart
Sweet, Sweet-Sour
Origin
Asia, Europe
Central Asia, Middle East Asia
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam
Soil pH
6-6.5
6-7
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Moist
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- 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.
- Apples can be as small as a pea and as big as a pumpkin.
- There are more than 8000 varieties of apples.
- Life of an Apple tree can be more than 100 years.
- Apples contain 25% air, therefore they float in water.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Not Available
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
China
Other Countries
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Chile, France, India, Iran, Italy, Poland, Russia, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Not Available
Russia
Top Exporter
Not Available
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum
Malus Domestica
Synonym
R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum
Malus Communis or Malus Pumila or Pyrus Malus
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Saxifragales
Rosales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Ribes
Malus
Species
R. nigrum
M. domestica
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Rose
Difference Between Blackcurrant and Apple
We might think that Blackcurrant and Apple are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blackcurrant and Apple Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blackcurrant and Apple is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackcurrant and Apple with peel is 63.00 kcal and 52.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 48.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Blackcurrant and Apple 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 Blackcurrant and Apple is Saxifragales and Rosales respectively. Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Apple belongs to Rosaceae family. Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species and Apple belongs to Malus genus of M. domestica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
