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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   
21
Sugar
Not Available   
16.30 g   
5
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   
24
7.00 mcg   
29
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   
15
0.30 mg   
12
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   
21
0.11 mg   
36
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available   
4.70 mcg   
15
Lycopene
Not Available   
0.00 mcg   
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available   
9.00 mcg   
32
Choline
Not Available   
4.70 mg   
26
Fat
0.58 g   
15
0.30 g   
28
Minerals
  
  
Potassium
198.00 mg   
36
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   
23
0.13 mg   
25
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   
17
0.00 mg   
38
Omega 6s
271.00 mg   
6
144.00 mg   
14
Sterol
  
  
Phytosterol
0.00 mg   
16
31.00 mg   
4
Water Content
87.87 g   
22
79.11 g   
99+
Ash
0.49 g   
27
0.66 g   
17
Calories
Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
44.00 kcal   
29
74.00 kcal   
10
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available   
Not Available   
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available   
71.42 kcal   
9
Calories in Dried Form
Not Available   
249.00 kcal   
30
Calories in Canned Form
73.00 kcal   
14
69.00 kcal   
15
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Juice
40.00 kcal   
35
65.00 kcal   
19
Calories in Jam
150.00 kcal   
33
360.00 kcal   
5
Calories in Pie
240.00 kcal   
38
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
Not Available   
France   
Top Exporter
Not Available   
Turkey   
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes uva-crispa   
Ficus carica   
Synonym
Ribes grossularia   
Not Available   
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 Not Available and Not Available 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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