Blackcurrant and Cucumber
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
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Eczema treatment, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Removes toxic metals, 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
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sore eyes
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
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, Regulates hair growth, Shiny hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Itching, Red rash, Runny nose, Sneezing, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Stressed heart, Irritation, Swelling, Swelling around mouth, Throat swelling, Tongue swelling, Strained blood vessels
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Not Available
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)
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.40 g
24
3.63 g
99+
Fiber
Not Available
0.50 g
40
Sugar
Not Available
1.67 g
99+
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.65 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09
16
0.19
8
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
12.00 mcg
25
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.03 mg
34
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.03 mg
27
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.30 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.40 mg
7
0.26 mg
20
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
26
0.04 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
7.00 mcg
28
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
181.00 mg
2
2.80 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.00 mg
9
0.03 mg
40
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
16.40 mcg
5
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
23.00 mcg
28
Choline
Not Available
6.00 mg
20
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.11 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
322.00 mg
15
147.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.54 mg
9
0.28 mg
37
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
55.00 mg
4
16.00 mg
25
Magnesium
24.00 mg
10
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.27 mg
11
0.20 mg
14
Phosphorus
59.00 mg
5
24.00 mg
21
Manganese
0.26 mg
18
0.08 mg
35
Copper
0.09 mg
25
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
Not Available
0.30 mcg
14
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
72.00 mg
11
5.00 mg
33
Omega 6s
107.00 mg
18
28.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
7.30 mg
11
Water Content
81.96 g
99+
95.23 g
1
Ash
0.86 g
12
0.38 g
34
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
15.00 kcal
99+
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
12.00 kcal
25
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
283.00 kcal
20
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
108.00 kcal
8
Not Available
Calories in Jam
183.00 kcal
28
Not Available
Calories in Pie
270.00 kcal
29
Not Available
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Fruit vegetable, Melon
Season
Summer
Spring, Summer
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
Armenian, English, Garden, Kirby, Lemon and Persian
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Black
Dark green, Green
Inside Color
Grey
White
Shape
Round
Cylindrical
Texture
Juicy
Crunchy
Taste
Tart
Juicy, Watery
Origin
Asia, Europe
India
Grows on
Trees
Vines
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam
Soil pH
6-6.5
6-6.8
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.
- Outer waxy coating of cucumber can erase the pen writing.
- Pressing cucumber on roof of mouth for 30 sec will eliminate bad breath.
- It is made up of 96% water.
- English cucumber can grow longer than 2 feet.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Not Available
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
Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Russia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America
Top Importer
Not Available
France
Top Exporter
Not Available
Spain
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum
Cucumis sativus
Synonym
R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Saxifragales
Cucurbitales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Cucurbitaceae
Genus
Ribes
Cucumis
Species
R. nigrum
C. sativus
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Not Available
Difference Between Blackcurrant and Cucumber
We might think that Blackcurrant and Cucumber are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blackcurrant and Cucumber Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blackcurrant and Cucumber is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackcurrant and Cucumber with peel is 63.00 kcal and 15.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 12.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Blackcurrant and Cucumber 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 Cucumber is Saxifragales and Cucurbitales respectively. Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Cucumber belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species and Cucumber belongs to Cucumis genus of C. sativus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
