Blackcurrant and Pomelo
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, Heart care, Prevents Urinary Tract Infection
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, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, 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
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
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Abdominal cramps, Abdominal pains, Diarrhea, Lightheadedness, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Allergic reaction, Dizziness, Stomach pain
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)
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
9.62 g
99+
Fiber
Not Available
1.00 g
36
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.76 g
38
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09
16
0.08
18
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
12.00 mcg
25
Not Available
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.03 mg
28
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.03 mg
32
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.30 mg
99+
0.22 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.40 mg
7
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
26
0.04 mg
99+
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
181.00 mg
2
61.00 mg
12
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.00 mg
9
Not Available
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.04 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
322.00 mg
15
216.00 mg
34
Iron
1.54 mg
9
0.11 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
55.00 mg
4
4.00 mg
99+
Magnesium
24.00 mg
10
6.00 mg
29
Zinc
0.27 mg
11
0.08 mg
25
Phosphorus
59.00 mg
5
17.00 mg
28
Manganese
0.26 mg
18
0.02 mg
99+
Copper
0.09 mg
25
0.05 mg
99+
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
72.00 mg
11
Not Available
Omega 6s
107.00 mg
18
Not Available
Sterol
Water Content
81.96 g
99+
89.10 g
14
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
38.00 kcal
33
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
283.00 kcal
20
350.00 kcal
11
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
108.00 kcal
8
43.00 kcal
34
Calories in Jam
183.00 kcal
28
Not Available
Calories in Pie
270.00 kcal
29
290.00 kcal
22
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Citrus, Tropical
Season
Summer
All seasons
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
Chandler, Cocktail, Cuban Shaddock, Hirado Buntan, Honey, Jaffa Red, Mato Buntan, Pomelit, Reinking, Siamese Sweet and Sweetie
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Black
Green, Pink, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Grey
Creamy Yellow
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Succulent
Taste
Tart
Juicy, Sweet
Origin
Asia, Europe
Malaysia, South-Eastern Asia, Thailand
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Sandy
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.
- Flowers of pomelo fruit are used to make perfumes.
- Pomelo tree wood is used for the manufacture of tool handles.
- Life of pomelo tree is around 10 years.
- Height of pomelo can be 15-20 feet.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
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
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Not Available
Europe
Top Exporter
Not Available
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum
Citrus maxima
Synonym
R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum
Citrus grandis
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Saxifragales
Sapindales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Ribes
Citrus
Species
R. nigrum
C. maxima
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Blackcurrant and Pomelo
We might think that Blackcurrant and Pomelo are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blackcurrant and Pomelo Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blackcurrant and Pomelo is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackcurrant and Pomelo with peel is 63.00 kcal and 38.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Blackcurrant and Pomelo 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 Pomelo is Saxifragales and Sapindales respectively. Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Pomelo belongs to Rutaceae family. Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species and Pomelo belongs to Citrus genus of C. maxima species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
