Blackcurrant and Strawberry
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
Anti depressant, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Improves stomach health, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
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-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Eye care, 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
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
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, Shiny hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Chest pains, Eczema, Hives inside the cheeks, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
15.40 g
24
7.68 g
99+
Fiber
Not Available
2.00 g
26
Sugar
Not Available
4.89 g
99+
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.67 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09
16
0.09
16
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
12.00 mcg
25
1.00 mcg
36
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.05 mg
21
0.02 mg
35
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.02 mg
36
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.30 mg
99+
0.39 mg
37
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.40 mg
7
0.13 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
26
0.05 mg
38
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
Not Available
24.00 mcg
10
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
181.00 mg
2
58.80 mg
13
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.00 mg
9
0.29 mg
24
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
2.20 mcg
26
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
26.00 mcg
27
Choline
Not Available
5.70 mg
21
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.30 g
28
Minerals
Potassium
322.00 mg
15
153.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.54 mg
9
0.41 mg
28
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
55.00 mg
4
16.00 mg
25
Magnesium
24.00 mg
10
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.27 mg
11
0.14 mg
19
Phosphorus
59.00 mg
5
24.00 mg
21
Manganese
0.26 mg
18
0.39 mg
10
Copper
0.09 mg
25
0.05 mg
99+
Selenium
Not Available
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
72.00 mg
11
65.00 mg
12
Omega 6s
107.00 mg
18
90.00 mg
21
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
12.00 mg
7
Water Content
81.96 g
99+
90.95 g
8
Ash
0.86 g
12
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
33.00 kcal
35
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
35.00 kcal
25
Calories in Dried Form
283.00 kcal
20
375.00 kcal
7
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
92.00 kcal
7
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
108.00 kcal
8
Not Available
Calories in Jam
183.00 kcal
28
Not Available
Calories in Pie
270.00 kcal
29
Not Available
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Berry
Season
Summer
Spring, 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
Allstar, Annapolis, Cavendish, Chandler, Earliglow, Flavorfest, Honeoye, Jewel, Northeaster, San Andreas, Seascape, Tribute and Tristar
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Black
Bright red
Inside Color
Grey
Pink
Shape
Round
Conical
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Tart
Sour-Sweet
Origin
Asia, Europe
Europe
Grows on
Trees
Bushes
Cultivation
Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam
Soil pH
6-6.5
6-6.5
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.
- Strawberry is the only fruit with seeds on its covering.
- Belgium has a museum dedicated to strawberries.
- Americans eat almost 3.4 pounds of fresh strawberries each year.
- They are believed to be an aphrodisiac.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Not Available
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
United States of America
Other Countries
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Egypt, Mexico, Russia, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
Not Available
Canada
Top Exporter
Not Available
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum
Fragaria Ananassa
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
Rosales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Ribes
Fragaria
Species
R. nigrum
F. ananassa
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Rose
Difference Between Blackcurrant and Strawberry
We might think that Blackcurrant and Strawberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blackcurrant and Strawberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blackcurrant and Strawberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blackcurrant and Strawberry with peel is 63.00 kcal and 33.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Blackcurrant and Strawberry 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 Strawberry is Saxifragales and Rosales respectively. Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Strawberry belongs to Rosaceae family. Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species and Strawberry belongs to Fragaria genus of F. ananassa species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
