Blackcurrant and Cranberry
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, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention
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
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Stomach pain, Vomiting
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, Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.40 g
24
12.20 g
39
Fiber
Not Available
4.60 g
12
Sugar
Not Available
4.04 g
99+
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.39 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09
16
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
12.00 mcg
25
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.30 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.40 mg
7
0.30 mg
14
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
26
0.06 mg
30
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
1.00 mcg
34
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
181.00 mg
2
13.30 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.00 mg
9
1.20 mg
7
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
5.10 mcg
14
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
91.00 mcg
14
Choline
Not Available
5.50 mg
23
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.13 g
40
Minerals
Potassium
322.00 mg
15
85.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.54 mg
9
0.25 mg
40
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
55.00 mg
4
8.00 mg
37
Magnesium
24.00 mg
10
6.00 mg
29
Zinc
0.27 mg
11
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
59.00 mg
5
13.00 mg
33
Manganese
0.26 mg
18
0.36 mg
11
Copper
0.09 mg
25
0.06 mg
36
Selenium
Not Available
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
72.00 mg
11
22.00 mg
24
Omega 6s
107.00 mg
18
33.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
81.96 g
99+
87.13 g
25
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
46.00 kcal
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
42.00 kcal
21
Calories in Dried Form
283.00 kcal
20
308.00 kcal
16
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
151.00 kcal
2
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
108.00 kcal
8
54.00 kcal
26
Calories in Jam
183.00 kcal
28
150.00 kcal
33
Calories in Pie
270.00 kcal
29
164.00 kcal
99+
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Berry
Season
Summer
Autumn
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
Early Black, Howes, Ben Lear and Stevens
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Black
Red
Inside Color
Grey
White
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Tart
Bitter, Tart
Origin
Asia, Europe
North America
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Sandy, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
4.5-5
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Moist
Warm
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.
- Europeans thought the cranberry blossom looked like the head of a sandhill crane, hence the name Cranberry.
- They are also known as bounce berries as they bounce when they ripe.
- Cranberries do not grow in water.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Not Available
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
United States of America
Other Countries
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Canada, Latvia, Macedonia, NA, Romania, Tunisia, Ukraine
Top Importer
Not Available
Europe
Top Exporter
Not Available
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum
Vaccinium Macrocarpon
Synonym
R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum
Oxycoccus macrocarpus
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Saxifragales
Ericales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Ericaceae
Genus
Ribes
Vaccinium
Species
R. nigrum
Vaccinium macrocarpon
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Heath
Difference Between Blackcurrant and Cranberry
We might think that Blackcurrant and Cranberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blackcurrant and Cranberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blackcurrant and Cranberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackcurrant and Cranberry with peel is 63.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Blackcurrant and Cranberry belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Blackcurrant and Cranberry is Saxifragales and Ericales respectively. Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Cranberry belongs to Ericaceae family. Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species and Cranberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium macrocarpon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
