Cucumber and Blackcurrant
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Eczema treatment, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Removes toxic metals, Treatment of alzheimer's disease
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, Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Strengthens bones, Treatment of sore eyes
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
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Shiny hair
Acts as moisturizer, Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Itching, Red rash, Runny nose, Sneezing, Vomiting, Watery eyes
Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling
Side Effects
Stressed heart, Irritation, Swelling, Swelling around mouth, Throat swelling, Tongue swelling, Strained blood vessels
Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Not Available
Yes
Best Time to Eat
Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Strictly avoid empty stomach
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
3.63 g
99+
15.40 g
24
Fiber
0.50 g
40
Not Available
Sugar
1.67 g
99+
Not Available
Protein
0.65 g
99+
1.40 g
16
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.19
8
0.09
16
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
5.00 mcg
30
12.00 mcg
25
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
34
0.05 mg
21
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
27
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.30 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.26 mg
20
0.40 mg
7
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.07 mg
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg
28
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.80 mg
99+
181.00 mg
2
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.03 mg
40
1.00 mg
9
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
16.40 mcg
5
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
23.00 mcg
28
Not Available
Choline
6.00 mg
20
Not Available
Fat
0.11 g
99+
0.40 g
21
Minerals
Potassium
147.00 mg
99+
322.00 mg
15
Iron
0.28 mg
37
1.54 mg
9
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
16.00 mg
25
55.00 mg
4
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
24.00 mg
10
Zinc
0.20 mg
14
0.27 mg
11
Phosphorus
24.00 mg
21
59.00 mg
5
Manganese
0.08 mg
35
0.26 mg
18
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.09 mg
25
Selenium
0.30 mcg
14
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
5.00 mg
33
72.00 mg
11
Omega 6s
28.00 mg
99+
107.00 mg
18
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.30 mg
11
Not Available
Water Content
95.23 g
1
81.96 g
99+
Ash
0.38 g
34
0.86 g
12
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
15.00 kcal
99+
63.00 kcal
16
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
12.00 kcal
25
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available
283.00 kcal
20
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
Not Available
108.00 kcal
8
Calories in Jam
Not Available
183.00 kcal
28
Calories in Pie
Not Available
270.00 kcal
29
Characteristics
Type
Fruit vegetable, Melon
Berry
Season
Spring, Summer
Summer
Varieties
Armenian, English, Garden, Kirby, Lemon and Persian
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
Yes
No
Color
Dark green, Green
Black
Inside Color
White
Grey
Shape
Cylindrical
Round
Texture
Crunchy
Juicy
Taste
Juicy, Watery
Tart
Origin
India
Asia, Europe
Grows on
Vines
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.8
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Cold, Moist
Facts
Facts about
- Outer waxy coating of cucumber can erase the pen writing.
- Pressing cucumber on roof of mouth for 30 sec will eliminate bad breath.
- It is made up of 96% water.
- English cucumber can grow longer than 2 feet.
- 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
Not Available
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Not Available
Production
Top Producer
China
Russia
Other Countries
Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Russia, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America
New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America
Top Importer
France
Not Available
Top Exporter
Spain
Not Available
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cucumis sativus
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
Cucurbitales
Saxifragales
Family
Cucurbitaceae
Grossulariaceae
Genus
Cucumis
Ribes
Species
C. sativus
R. nigrum
Generic Group
Not Available
Saxifrage
Difference Between Cucumber and Blackcurrant
We might think that Cucumber and Blackcurrant are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Cucumber and Blackcurrant Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Cucumber and Blackcurrant is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cucumber and Blackcurrant with peel is 15.00 kcal and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 12.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Cucumber 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 Cucumber and Blackcurrant is Cucurbitales and Saxifragales respectively. Cucumber belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Cucumber belongs to Cucumis genus of C. sativus species and Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
