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
Anti depressant, Boosts immune system, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces stress
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, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Strengthens bones
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
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
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Diarrhea, Headaches, Hives, Nasal congestion, Red rash, Runny nose, Vomiting
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Affects blood glucose levels, Nausea, Stomach pain
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, Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Pie
Not Available
Type
Berry
Tree fruit, Tropical
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
D24, D99 (Gob kecil), D123 (Chanee), D145 (Beserah), D158 (Gan Yau), D159 (Monthong), D169 (Tok Litok), D188, D189, D190, D163 (Hor Lor) and D164 (Ang Bak)
Origin
Asia, Europe
South-Eastern Asia
Grows on
Trees
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Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Moist
Hot, Humid
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.
- 1 kg of durian contains 1350 calories which may cause weight gain.
- It may have a hyperthermic effect on the body, making you feel warmer.
- Study shows that durian has an ability to reduce infertility in men & women.
Cocktails
Not Available
No
Top Producer
Russia
Thailand
Other Countries
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines
Top Importer
Not Available
China
Top Exporter
Not Available
Thailand
Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum
Durio zibethinus
Synonym
R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum
Lahia Hassk
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Saxifragales
Malvales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Malvaceae
Species
R. nigrum
D. zibethinus
Generic Group
Saxifrage
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Difference Between Blackcurrant and Durian
We might think that Blackcurrant and Durian are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blackcurrant and Durian Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blackcurrant and Durian is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackcurrant and Durian with peel is 63.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 147.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Blackcurrant and Durian belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Blackcurrant and Durian is Saxifragales and Malvales respectively. Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Durian belongs to Malvaceae family. Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species and Durian belongs to Durio genus of D. zibethinus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.