Blueberry and Blackcurrant
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti depressant, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
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
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
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
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Acts as moisturizer, Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
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
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Allergic reaction
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
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)
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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
14.49 g
29
15.40 g
24
Fiber
2.40 g
24
Not Available
Sugar
9.96 g
21
Not Available
Protein
0.74 g
39
1.40 g
16
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.09
16
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
12.00 mcg
25
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
27
0.05 mg
21
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
22
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
34
0.30 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.12 mg
99+
0.40 mg
7
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
35
0.07 mg
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
6.00 mcg
29
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.70 mg
99+
181.00 mg
2
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.57 mg
17
1.00 mg
9
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
19.30 mcg
4
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
80.00 mcg
17
Not Available
Choline
6.00 mg
20
Not Available
Fat
0.33 g
25
0.40 g
21
Minerals
Potassium
77.00 mg
99+
322.00 mg
15
Iron
0.28 mg
37
1.54 mg
9
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
55.00 mg
4
Magnesium
6.00 mg
29
24.00 mg
10
Zinc
0.16 mg
17
0.27 mg
11
Phosphorus
12.00 mg
34
59.00 mg
5
Manganese
0.34 mg
13
0.26 mg
18
Copper
0.06 mg
39
0.09 mg
25
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
58.00 mg
13
72.00 mg
11
Omega 6s
88.00 mg
22
107.00 mg
18
Sterol
Phytosterol
26.40 mg
5
Not Available
Water Content
84.21 g
39
81.96 g
99+
Ash
0.24 g
40
0.86 g
12
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
57.00 kcal
19
63.00 kcal
16
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
51.00 kcal
14
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
325.00 kcal
13
283.00 kcal
20
Calories in Canned Form
88.00 kcal
9
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
108.00 kcal
8
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
183.00 kcal
28
Calories in Pie
245.00 kcal
36
270.00 kcal
29
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Berry
Season
Summer
Summer
Varieties
Pink Lemonade, Bluecrop, Bluejay, Blueray, Bonus, Duke, Elliott, Jersey, Nelson, Northland, Patriot, Sierra, Spartan, Northcountry, Northsky and Premier and Climax
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
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Blue, Indigo
Black
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Grey
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sweet
Tart
Origin
North America
Asia, Europe
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Porous, Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
4.5-5.5
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Cold, Moist
Facts
Facts about
- 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.
- 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.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Not Available
Production
Top Producer
United States of America
Russia
Other Countries
Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Poland
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Not Available
Top Exporter
Chile
Not Available
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Vaccinium myrtillus
Ribes nigrum
Synonym
Not Available
R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Ericales
Saxifragales
Family
Ericaceae
Grossulariaceae
Genus
Vaccinium
Ribes
Species
V. myrtillus
R. nigrum
Generic Group
Heath
Saxifrage
Difference Between Blueberry and Blackcurrant
We might think that Blueberry and Blackcurrant are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blueberry and Blackcurrant Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blueberry and Blackcurrant is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blueberry and Blackcurrant with peel is 57.00 kcal and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Blueberry and Blackcurrant belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Blueberry and Blackcurrant is Ericales and Saxifragales respectively. Blueberry belongs to Ericaceae family and Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Blueberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of V. myrtillus species and Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
