1 Benefits
1.1 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, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
1.1.1 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, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
1.2 Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
1.3 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, Regulates hair growth
1.4 Allergy
1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
1.5 Side Effects
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Allergic reaction
1.6 Recommeded for
1.6.1 Pregnant Women
1.6.2 Lactating Women
1.7 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, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)
2 Nutrition
2.1 Serving Size
2.2 Carbs
2.3.1 Fiber
2.4.3 Sugar
2.5 Protein
2.5.3 Protein to Carb Ratio
2.6 Vitamins
2.6.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.6.3 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
2.6.7 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
2.6.11 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
2.7.2 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
2.7.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
2.8.2 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
2.10.2 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.12.1 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
3.2.1 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
3.4.1 Lycopene
3.5.2 Lutein+Zeaxanthin
3.7.2 Choline
4.3 Fat
4.6 Minerals
4.6.1 Potassium
4.8.1 Iron
4.8.4 Sodium
4.9.1 Calcium
4.10.1 Magnesium
5.13.3 Zinc
8.11.1 Phosphorus
1.4.1 Manganese
2.1.1 Copper
3.2.2 Selenium
6.13 Fatty Acids
6.13.1 Omega 3s
6.14.2 Omega 6s
6.16 Sterol
6.16.1 Phytosterol
6.18 Water Content
6.20 Ash
7 Calories
7.1 Serving Size
7.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal57.00 kcal
15
299
7.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
7.4 Calories in Frozen Form
8.13 Calories in Dried Form
283.00 kcal325.00 kcal
32
747
9.4 Calories in Canned Form
11.12 Calories in Foods
11.12.1 Calories in Juice
108.00 kcal50.00 kcal
17
461
11.12.2 Calories in Jam
183.00 kcal250.00 kcal
49
420
11.12.3 Calories in Pie
270.00 kcal245.00 kcal
80
450
12 Characteristics
12.1 Type
12.2 Season
12.3 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
Pink Lemonade, Bluecrop, Bluejay, Blueray, Bonus, Duke, Elliott, Jersey, Nelson, Northland, Patriot, Sierra, Spartan, Northcountry, Northsky and Premier and Climax
12.4 Seedless Variety
12.5 Color
12.6 Inside Color
12.7 Shape
12.8 Texture
12.9 Taste
12.10 Origin
Asia, Europe
North America
12.11 Grows on
12.12 Cultivation
12.12.1 Soil Type
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Porous, Well-drained
12.12.2 Soil pH
12.12.3 Climatic Conditions
13 Facts
13.1 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.
- National blueberry month is July as blueberries are harvested in July.
- They are the official berries of Nova Scotia, Canada.
- Blueberries are used as natural food color and can protect you from memory loss.
13.2 In Alcoholic Beverages
13.2.1 Wine
13.2.2 Beer
13.2.3 Spirits
13.2.4 Cocktails
13.3 Production
13.3.1 Top Producer
Russia
United States of America
13.3.2 Other Countries
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Poland
13.3.3 Top Importer
Not Available
United States of America
13.3.4 Top Exporter
14 Scientific Name
14.1 Botanical Name
Ribes nigrum
Vaccinium myrtillus
14.2 Synonym
R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum
Not Available
15 Classification
15.1 Domain
15.2 Kingdom
15.3 Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
15.4 Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
15.5 Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
15.6 Subclass
15.7 Order
15.8 Family
Grossulariaceae
Ericaceae
15.9 Genus
15.10 Species
15.11 Generic Group