Cranberry and Jambul
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Regulates Blood Sugar, Ulcer prevention
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Treatment of dandruff
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips
Abdominal pains, NA
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Stomach pain, Vomiting
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Allergic reaction, Throat irritation, Throat swelling, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
12.20 g
39
14.00 g
32
Fiber
4.60 g
12
0.60 g
39
Sugar
4.04 g
99+
Not Available
Protein
0.39 g
99+
1.00 g
26
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.04
24
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.02 mg
39
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.25 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg
14
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
30
0.04 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
1.00 mcg
34
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
13.30 mg
99+
11.85 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.20 mg
7
Not Available
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
5.10 mcg
14
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
91.00 mcg
14
Not Available
Choline
5.50 mg
23
Not Available
Fat
0.13 g
40
0.23 g
32
Minerals
Potassium
85.00 mg
99+
55.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.25 mg
40
1.41 mg
10
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
26.20 mg
3
Calcium
8.00 mg
37
11.65 mg
31
Magnesium
6.00 mg
29
35.00 mg
3
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
Not Available
Phosphorus
13.00 mg
33
15.60 mg
30
Manganese
0.36 mg
11
Not Available
Copper
0.06 mg
36
Not Available
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
22.00 mg
24
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
33.00 mg
99+
0.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
0.00 mg
16
Water Content
87.13 g
25
84.75 g
38
Ash
0.20 g
99+
0.50 g
26
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal
27
60.00 kcal
18
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
42.00 kcal
21
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
308.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
151.00 kcal
2
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
54.00 kcal
26
80.00 kcal
13
Calories in Jam
150.00 kcal
33
120.00 kcal
36
Calories in Pie
164.00 kcal
99+
300.00 kcal
18
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Autumn
Monsoon, Summer
Varieties
Early Black, Howes, Ben Lear and Stevens
Ram Jarnun and Paras
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Red
Black, Magenta, Purple
Inside Color
White
Purple
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Bitter, Tart
Astringent, Sweet
Origin
North America
Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
4.5-5
6.5-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Humid, Rainfall
Facts
Facts about
- Europeans thought the cranberry blossom looked like the head of a sandhill crane, hence the name Cranberry.
- They are also known as bounce berries as they bounce when they ripe.
- Cranberries do not grow in water.
- Wood of jambul tree is water-resistant wood & is used in railroads and to implement engines in the well.
- In Indian mythology, it is said that Jambul fruit was revered by Buddha.
- Jambul has a huge importance in Ayurveda.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
United States of America
India
Other Countries
Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Canada, Latvia, Macedonia, NA, Romania, Tunisia, Ukraine
Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, Pakistan, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Top Importer
Europe
Not Available
Top Exporter
United States of America
India
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Vaccinium Macrocarpon
Syzygium cumini
Synonym
Oxycoccus macrocarpus
Eugenia cumini
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Ericales
Myrtales
Family
Ericaceae
Myrtaceae
Genus
Vaccinium
Syzygium
Species
Vaccinium macrocarpon
S. cumini
Generic Group
Heath
Not Available
Difference Between Cranberry and Jambul
We might think that Cranberry and Jambul are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cranberry and Jambul Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cranberry and Jambul is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cranberry and Jambul with peel is 46.00 kcal and 60.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Cranberry and Jambul 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 Cranberry and Jambul is Ericales and Myrtales respectively. Cranberry belongs to Ericaceae family and Jambul belongs to Myrtaceae family. Cranberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium macrocarpon species and Jambul belongs to Syzygium genus of S. cumini species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
