Blackcurrant and Red Currant
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, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
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, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, 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, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Acts as moisturizer, Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends
Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
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), As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.40 g
24
13.80 g
34
Fiber
Not Available
4.30 g
13
Sugar
Not Available
7.37 g
40
Protein
1.40 g
16
1.40 g
16
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09
16
0.10
15
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
12.00 mcg
25
2.00 mcg
33
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.30 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.40 mg
7
0.06 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
26
0.07 mg
24
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
8.00 mcg
27
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
181.00 mg
2
41.00 mg
20
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.00 mg
9
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
11.00 mcg
8
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
47.00 mcg
22
Choline
Not Available
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.20 g
33
Minerals
Potassium
322.00 mg
15
275.00 mg
22
Iron
1.54 mg
9
1.00 mg
13
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
55.00 mg
4
33.00 mg
13
Magnesium
24.00 mg
10
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.27 mg
11
0.23 mg
12
Phosphorus
59.00 mg
5
44.00 mg
7
Manganese
0.26 mg
18
0.19 mg
20
Copper
0.09 mg
25
0.11 mg
20
Selenium
Not Available
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
72.00 mg
11
35.00 mg
20
Omega 6s
107.00 mg
18
53.00 mg
31
Sterol
Water Content
81.96 g
99+
83.95 g
99+
Ash
0.86 g
12
0.66 g
17
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
56.00 kcal
20
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
308.00 kcal
16
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
108.00 kcal
8
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
183.00 kcal
28
165.00 kcal
31
Calories in Pie
270.00 kcal
29
260.00 kcal
32
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Berry
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
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Black
Red
Inside Color
Grey
Red
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Tart
Sour, Tart
Origin
Asia, Europe
Europe
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Moist, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
6-7
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 albino version of red currants known as white currants, are often sold as different fruit.
- Red currant tea is healthy substitute for coffee.
- There are more than 150 varieties of red currants.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Not Available
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
Russia
Other Countries
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Top Importer
Not Available
Germany
Top Exporter
Not Available
Russia
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum
Ribes rubrum
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
Saxifragales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Grossulariaceae
Genus
Ribes
Ribes
Species
R. nigrum
R. rubrum
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Saxifrage
Difference Between Blackcurrant and Red Currant
We might think that Blackcurrant and Red Currant are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blackcurrant and Red Currant Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blackcurrant and Red Currant is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackcurrant and Red Currant with peel is 63.00 kcal and 56.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Blackcurrant and Red Currant 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 Red Currant is Saxifragales and Saxifragales respectively. Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species and Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
