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Gooseberry and Fig

Gooseberry
Fig
Fig and Gooseberry


Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Liver health, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention  
Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension  
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Sore throat treatment, Treatment of common cold  
Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones  
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne  
Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne  
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff  
Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask  
Allergy
  
  
Allergy Symptoms
Constipation, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Eczema, Facial swelling, Hives, Hoarseness, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Red rash, Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sore eyes, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting  
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands  
Side Effects
Gastric irritation  
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy  
Recommeded for
  
  
Pregnant Women
Yes  
Yes  
Lactating Women
Yes  
Yes  
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, Morning time (before lunch)  
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)  
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g  
100 g  
Carbs
10.18 g  
99+
19.20 g  
13
Fiber
4.30 g  
13
2.90 g  
22
Sugar
4.40 g  
99+
16.30 g  
8
Protein
0.88 g  
31
0.80 g  
37
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.09  
16
0.04  
24
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin A (Retinol)
15.00 mcg  
26
7.00 mcg  
31
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg  
24
0.06 mg  
15
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg  
30
0.05 mg  
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.30 mg  
99+
0.40 mg  
36
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.29 mg  
17
0.30 mg  
14
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg  
20
0.11 mg  
12
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
6.00 mcg  
29
6.00 mcg  
29
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
27.70 mg  
33
2.00 mg  
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.37 mg  
25
0.11 mg  
99+
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.60 mcg  
25
4.70 mcg  
16
Lycopene
0.00 mcg  
9
0.00 mcg  
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
70.00 mcg  
23
9.00 mcg  
36
Choline
0.00 mg  
39
4.70 mg  
31
Fat
0.58 g  
15
0.30 g  
28
Minerals
  
  
Potassium
198.00 mg  
37
232.00 mg  
30
Iron
0.31 mg  
34
0.37 mg  
30
Sodium
1.00 mg  
20
1.00 mg  
20
Calcium
25.00 mg  
18
35.00 mg  
11
Magnesium
10.00 mg  
25
17.00 mg  
17
Zinc
0.12 mg  
21
0.15 mg  
18
Phosphorus
27.00 mg  
19
14.00 mg  
32
Manganese
0.14 mg  
27
0.13 mg  
29
Copper
0.07 mg  
32
0.07 mg  
32
Selenium
0.60 mcg  
10
0.20 mcg  
15
Fatty Acids
  
  
Omega 3s
46.00 mg  
19
0.00 mg  
99+
Omega 6s
271.00 mg  
6
144.00 mg  
14
Sterol
  
  
Phytosterol
0.00 mg  
26
31.00 mg  
4
Water Content
87.87 g  
24
79.11 g  
99+
Ash
0.49 g  
28
0.66 g  
18
Calories
Serving Size
100 g  
100 g  
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
44.00 kcal  
37
74.00 kcal  
17
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
44.00 kcal  
35
74.00 kcal  
16
Calories in Frozen Form
44.00 kcal  
36
71.42 kcal  
17
Calories in Dried Form
360.00 kcal  
10
249.00 kcal  
99+
Calories in Canned Form
73.00 kcal  
21
69.00 kcal  
23
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Juice
40.00 kcal  
37
65.00 kcal  
20
Calories in Jam
150.00 kcal  
33
360.00 kcal  
5
Calories in Pie
240.00 kcal  
99+
450.00 kcal  
1
Characteristics
Type
Berry, Tree fruit  
Tree fruit  
Season
Summer  
Summer, Winter  
Varieties
Whinham's Industry, Green Hansa, Clark, Chataqua, Invicta, Keepsake, Lepaa Red, May Duke and Whitesmith  
Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig  
Seedless Variety
Yes  
Yes  
Color
Green, Purple, Red, Yellow  
Green, Purple, Red  
Inside Color
Yellowish Green  
Pink  
Shape
Round  
Conical  
Texture
Crispy  
Fleshy  
Taste
Astringent  
Sweet  
Origin
Africa, Europe, South-West Asia  
Western Asia  
Grows on
Trees  
Trees  
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Loamy, Well-drained  
Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy  
Soil pH
6-6.8  
5-7  
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Warm  
Dry, Warm  
Facts
Facts about
  • Traditionally, kids were told that babies were found under gooseberry bushes.
  • They are also called 'fayberries' due to an ancient belief that fairies hid in gooseberry bushes to avoid danger.
  
  • Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
  • The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
  • Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Yes  
Yes  
Beer
Yes  
Yes  
Spirits
Yes  
Yes  
Cocktails
Yes  
Yes  
Production
  
  
Top Producer
Germany  
Turkey  
Other Countries
Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Hungary, Lithuania, Poland, Russia, Ukraine, United Kingdom  
Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America  
Top Importer
-  
France  
Top Exporter
-  
Turkey  
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes uva-crispa  
Ficus carica  
Synonym
Ribes grossularia  
Ficus Carica  
Classification
Domain
Eukarya  
Eukarya  
Kingdom
Plantae  
Plantae  
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta  
Tracheobionta  
Division
Magnoliophyta  
Magnoliophyta  
Class
Magnoliopsida  
Magnoliopsida  
Subclass
Dillenhidae  
Alismidae  
Order
Saxifragales  
Rosales  
Family
Grossulariaceae  
Moraceae  
Genus
Ribes  
Ficus  
Species
R. uva-crispa  
Ficus carica  
Generic Group
Saxifrage  
Mulberry  
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Difference Between Gooseberry and Fig

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Gooseberry and Fig with peel is 44.00 kcal and 74.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 44.00 kcal and 74.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Gooseberry and Fig 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 Gooseberry and Fig is Saxifragales and Rosales respectively. Gooseberry belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Fig belongs to Moraceae family. Gooseberry belongs to Ribes genus of R. uva-crispa species and Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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