Cantaloupe

Blackcurrant

Cantaloupe and Blackcurrant

Cantaloupe

Blackcurrant

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Heart care, Improves eye vision, Prevents diabetes, Reduces stress

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

1.1.1 General Benefits

Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss

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

1.2 Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases

1.3 Hair Benefits

Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Protects hair

Acts as moisturizer, Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Hives, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Vomiting

Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Bloating, Indigestion

Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 Best Time to Eat

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 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)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

8.16 g15.40 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

0.90 gNA

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

7.86 gNA

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.84 g1.40 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.100.09

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

169.00 mcg12.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.04 mg0.05 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg0.05 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.73 mg0.30 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.11 mg0.40 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg0.07 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

21.00 mcgNA

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

36.70 mg181.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.05 mg1.00 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.50 mcgNA

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcgNA

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

26.00 mcgNA

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

7.60 mgNA

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.19 g0.40 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

267.00 mg322.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.21 mg1.54 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

16.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

9.00 mg55.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

12.00 mg24.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.18 mg0.27 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

15.00 mg59.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.41 mg0.26 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.04 mg0.09 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.41 mcgNA

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

46.00 mg72.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

35.00 mg107.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

10.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

90.15 g81.96 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.65 g0.86 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

NA63.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

34.00 kcalNA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

34.00 kcalNA

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

350.00 kcal283.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NANA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

64.00 kcal108.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

365.00 kcal183.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

316.00 kcal270.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Melon

Berry

4.2 Season

Summer

4.3 Varieties

Hales Best Jumbo, Sweet 'N Early Hybrid, Hearts of Gold, Ambrosia, Athena, Honey Bun Hybrid, Fastbreak and Superstar

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

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Orange

Black

4.6 Inside Color

Creamy Orange

Grey

4.7 Shape

Round

4.8 Texture

Juicy

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Musky, Sweet

Tart

4.10 Origin

Africa, India

Asia, Europe

4.11 Grows on

Vines

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Sandy

Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

5-6.56-6.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Dry, Hot

Cold, Moist

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

Cantaloupe is known as rock-melon in some parts of the world.
Christopher columbus first introduced cantaloupes to north america in 1494.
The name 'Cantaloupe' as it is cultivated in papal gardens of cantaloupes, Italy.

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.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

China

Russia

5.3.2 Other Countries

Iran, Romania, Turkey, United States of America

New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

Not Available

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Spain

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6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Cucumis melo var. cantalupensis

Ribes nigrum

6.2 Synonym

Cucumis melo var. reticulatus

R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Cucurbitales

Saxifragales

7.8 Family

Cucurbitaceae

Grossulariaceae

7.9 Genus

Cucumis

Ribes

7.10 Species

C. melo

R. nigrum

7.11 Generic Group

Gourd

Saxifrage

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Difference Between Cantaloupe and Blackcurrant

We might think that Cantaloupe and Blackcurrant are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cantaloupe and Blackcurrant Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cantaloupe and Blackcurrant is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cantaloupe and Blackcurrant with peel is Not Available and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 34.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Cantaloupe and Blackcurrant 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 Cantaloupe and Blackcurrant is Cucurbitales and Saxifragales respectively. Cantaloupe belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Cantaloupe belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species and Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.