Blackcurrant and Grape
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, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, 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
Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of migraine
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Heals sunburn, Skin rejuvenation, 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, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Skin rash, Stuffy nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Might slow down the process of blood clotting
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
No
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)
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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.40 g
24
18.10 g
17
Fiber
Not Available
0.90 g
37
Sugar
Not Available
15.48 g
7
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.72 g
40
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09
16
0.04
24
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
12.00 mcg
25
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.07 mg
12
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.07 mg
12
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.30 mg
99+
0.19 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.40 mg
7
0.05 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
26
0.09 mg
17
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
2.00 mcg
33
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
181.00 mg
2
3.20 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.00 mg
9
0.19 mg
30
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
14.60 mcg
7
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
72.00 mcg
20
Choline
Not Available
5.60 mg
22
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.16 g
37
Minerals
Potassium
322.00 mg
15
191.00 mg
39
Iron
1.54 mg
9
0.36 mg
31
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
55.00 mg
4
10.00 mg
34
Magnesium
24.00 mg
10
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.27 mg
11
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
59.00 mg
5
20.00 mg
25
Manganese
0.26 mg
18
0.07 mg
37
Copper
0.09 mg
25
0.13 mg
15
Selenium
Not Available
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
72.00 mg
11
11.00 mg
29
Omega 6s
107.00 mg
18
37.00 mg
39
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
4.00 mg
14
Water Content
81.96 g
99+
80.50 g
99+
Ash
0.86 g
12
0.50 g
26
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
69.00 kcal
14
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
104.00 kcal
4
Calories in Dried Form
283.00 kcal
20
250.00 kcal
29
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
76.00 kcal
12
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
108.00 kcal
8
61.00 kcal
21
Calories in Jam
183.00 kcal
28
260.00 kcal
14
Calories in Pie
270.00 kcal
29
283.00 kcal
26
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Berry
Season
Summer
Autumn, 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
Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Syrah/Shiraz and Zinfandel
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Black
Green, Red
Inside Color
Grey
Light Green
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Tart
Sweet-Sour
Origin
Asia, Europe
Western Asia, Central Europe
Grows on
Trees
Vines
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay loam, Sandy loam
Soil pH
6-6.5
5.5-6.5
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.
- If left alone, a grapevine can spread 50 feet and even more.
- There are more than 8,000 varieties of grape worldwide.
- They are available in 7 different colors: red, green, white, black, purple, blue and golden.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Not Available
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
Spain
Other Countries
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Argentina, Armenia, Australia, Chile, France, Iran, Italy, Portugal, Romania, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Not Available
United States of America
Top Exporter
Not Available
Chile
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum
Vitis vinifera
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
Vitales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Vitaceae
Genus
Ribes
Vitis
Species
R. nigrum
Vitis vinifera
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Grape
Difference Between Blackcurrant and Grape
We might think that Blackcurrant and Grape are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blackcurrant and Grape Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blackcurrant and Grape is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackcurrant and Grape with peel is 63.00 kcal and 69.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Blackcurrant and Grape 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 Grape is Saxifragales and Vitales respectively. Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Grape belongs to Vitaceae family. Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species and Grape belongs to Vitis genus of Vitis vinifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
