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Blackcurrant and Fig

Blackcurrant
Fig
Fig and Blackcurrant


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, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension  
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  
Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones  
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases  
Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, 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  
Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask  
Allergy
  
  
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling  
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands  
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color  
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy  
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)  
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)  
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g  
100 g  
Carbs
15.40 g  
24
19.20 g  
13
Fiber
3.40 g  
18
2.90 g  
22
Sugar
7.40 g  
99+
16.30 g  
8
Protein
1.40 g  
16
0.80 g  
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09  
16
0.04  
24
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin A (Retinol)
12.00 mcg  
27
7.00 mcg  
31
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg  
21
0.06 mg  
15
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg  
20
0.05 mg  
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.30 mg  
99+
0.40 mg  
36
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.40 mg  
9
0.30 mg  
14
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg  
26
0.11 mg  
12
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
9.00 mcg  
26
6.00 mcg  
29
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
181.00 mg  
2
2.00 mg  
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.00 mg  
11
0.11 mg  
99+
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
14.60 mcg  
7
4.70 mcg  
16
Lycopene
0.00 mcg  
9
0.00 mcg  
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
15.00 mcg  
33
9.00 mcg  
36
Choline
0.00 mg  
39
4.70 mg  
31
Fat
0.40 g  
21
0.30 g  
28
Minerals
  
  
Potassium
322.00 mg  
15
232.00 mg  
30
Iron
1.54 mg  
9
0.37 mg  
30
Sodium
2.00 mg  
18
1.00 mg  
20
Calcium
55.00 mg  
4
35.00 mg  
11
Magnesium
24.00 mg  
10
17.00 mg  
17
Zinc
0.27 mg  
11
0.15 mg  
18
Phosphorus
59.00 mg  
5
14.00 mg  
32
Manganese
0.26 mg  
21
0.13 mg  
29
Copper
0.09 mg  
25
0.07 mg  
32
Selenium
0.30 mcg  
14
0.20 mcg  
15
Fatty Acids
  
  
Omega 3s
72.00 mg  
11
0.00 mg  
99+
Omega 6s
107.00 mg  
18
144.00 mg  
14
Sterol
  
  
Phytosterol
12.00 mg  
16
31.00 mg  
4
Water Content
81.96 g  
99+
79.11 g  
99+
Ash
0.86 g  
12
0.66 g  
18
Calories
Serving Size
100 g  
100 g  
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal  
24
74.00 kcal  
17
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
63.00 kcal  
23
74.00 kcal  
16
Calories in Frozen Form
63.00 kcal  
22
71.42 kcal  
17
Calories in Dried Form
283.00 kcal  
28
249.00 kcal  
99+
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal  
25
69.00 kcal  
23
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Juice
108.00 kcal  
8
65.00 kcal  
20
Calories in Jam
183.00 kcal  
28
360.00 kcal  
5
Calories in Pie
270.00 kcal  
31
450.00 kcal  
1
Characteristics
Type
Berry  
Tree fruit  
Season
Summer  
Summer, Winter  
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  
Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig  
Seedless Variety
No  
Yes  
Color
Black  
Green, Purple, Red  
Inside Color
Grey  
Pink  
Shape
Round  
Conical  
Texture
Juicy  
Fleshy  
Taste
Tart  
Sweet  
Origin
Asia, Europe  
Western Asia  
Grows on
Trees  
Trees  
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained  
Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy  
Soil pH
6-6.5  
5-7  
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Moist  
Dry, 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.
  
  • Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
  • The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
  • Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Yes  
Yes  
Beer
Yes  
Yes  
Spirits
Yes  
Yes  
Cocktails
-  
Yes  
Production
  
  
Top Producer
Russia  
Turkey  
Other Countries
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America  
Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America  
Top Importer
-  
France  
Top Exporter
-  
Turkey  
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum  
Ficus carica  
Synonym
R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum  
Ficus Carica  
Classification
Domain
Eukarya  
Eukarya  
Kingdom
Plantae  
Plantae  
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta  
Tracheobionta  
Division
Magnoliophyta  
Magnoliophyta  
Class
Magnoliopsida  
Magnoliopsida  
Subclass
Rosidae  
Alismidae  
Order
Saxifragales  
Rosales  
Family
Grossulariaceae  
Moraceae  
Genus
Ribes  
Ficus  
Species
R. nigrum  
Ficus carica  
Generic Group
Saxifrage  
Mulberry  
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Difference Between Blackcurrant and Fig

We might think that Blackcurrant and Fig are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blackcurrant and Fig Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blackcurrant and Fig is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackcurrant and Fig with peel is 63.00 kcal and 74.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 63.00 kcal and 74.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Blackcurrant and Fig 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 Fig is Saxifragales and Rosales respectively. Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Fig belongs to Moraceae family. Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species and Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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