Blackcurrant and Damson
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, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
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, Eye care, Flu treatment, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
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, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
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, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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)
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.40 g
24
11.42 g
99+
Fiber
Not Available
1.40 g
32
Sugar
Not Available
9.92 g
22
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09
16
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
12.00 mcg
25
17.00 mcg
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.30 mg
99+
0.42 mg
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.40 mg
7
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
26
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
181.00 mg
2
9.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.00 mg
9
0.26 mg
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
6.40 mcg
12
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
73.00 mcg
19
Choline
Not Available
1.90 mg
31
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.28 g
29
Minerals
Potassium
322.00 mg
15
157.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.54 mg
9
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
55.00 mg
4
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
24.00 mg
10
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.27 mg
11
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
59.00 mg
5
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.26 mg
18
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
0.09 mg
25
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
Not Available
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
72.00 mg
11
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
107.00 mg
18
44.00 mg
36
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
81.96 g
99+
87.02 g
26
Ash
0.86 g
12
0.40 g
33
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
49.00 kcal
16
Calories in Dried Form
283.00 kcal
20
240.00 kcal
34
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
63.00 kcal
17
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
108.00 kcal
8
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
183.00 kcal
28
220.00 kcal
24
Calories in Pie
270.00 kcal
29
294.00 kcal
20
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tree fruit
Season
Summer
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
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Black
Dark purple
Inside Color
Grey
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Grainy
Taste
Tart
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
Asia, Europe
Syria
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
5.5-6.5
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.
- The name Damson originates from the original name 'Damacus plum'.
- Damson wine was very popular in 19th century.
- This fruit is often used in jams due to its slightly tart behaviour.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Not Available
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
United Kingdom
Other Countries
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
Not Available
United States of America
Top Exporter
Not Available
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
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
Rosidae
Order
Saxifragales
Rosales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Ribes
Prunus
Species
R. nigrum
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Not Available
Difference Between Blackcurrant and Damson
We might think that Blackcurrant and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blackcurrant and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blackcurrant and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackcurrant and Damson 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 Damson 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 Damson is Saxifragales and Rosales respectively. Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
