Green Kiwi and Red Currant
Benefits
Health Benefits
Asthma treatment, Heart care, Prevents constipation, Treatment of skin Diseases
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
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
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
14.66 g
28
13.80 g
34
Fiber
3.00 g
20
4.30 g
13
Sugar
8.99 g
29
7.37 g
40
Protein
1.14 g
20
1.40 g
16
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.07
20
0.10
15
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
4.00 mcg
31
2.00 mcg
33
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
34
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
34
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.34 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.18 mg
36
0.06 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
27
0.07 mg
24
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
25.00 mcg
9
8.00 mcg
27
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
92.70 mg
5
41.00 mg
20
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.46 mg
6
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
40.30 mcg
1
11.00 mcg
8
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
122.00 mcg
11
47.00 mcg
22
Choline
7.80 mg
11
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.52 g
17
0.20 g
33
Minerals
Potassium
312.00 mg
18
275.00 mg
22
Iron
0.31 mg
34
1.00 mg
13
Sodium
3.00 mg
17
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
34.00 mg
12
33.00 mg
13
Magnesium
17.00 mg
17
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.14 mg
19
0.23 mg
12
Phosphorus
34.00 mg
15
44.00 mg
7
Manganese
0.10 mg
32
0.19 mg
20
Copper
0.13 mg
14
0.11 mg
20
Selenium
0.20 mcg
15
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
42.00 mg
19
35.00 mg
20
Omega 6s
246.00 mg
8
53.00 mg
31
Sterol
Water Content
83.07 g
99+
83.95 g
99+
Ash
0.61 g
19
0.66 g
17
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
61.00 kcal
17
56.00 kcal
20
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
352.00 kcal
10
308.00 kcal
16
Calories in Canned Form
105.00 kcal
6
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
61.00 kcal
21
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
245.00 kcal
20
165.00 kcal
31
Calories in Pie
345.00 kcal
10
260.00 kcal
32
Characteristics
Type
Tropical
Berry
Season
Spring, Summer, Winter
Summer
Varieties
Zhong Hua, Jing Li, Ruan Zao, Mao Hua and Huang Yan
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Brown, Green
Red
Inside Color
Green
Red
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Succulent
Juicy
Taste
Sour-Sweet, Tangy
Sour, Tart
Origin
China
Europe
Grows on
Vines
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Moist, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-7
6-7
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Sunny
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- The name Kiwi is due to the resemblance with 'Kiwi' bird.
- Animals like monkeys and deer also consume Kiwifruit.
- Originated in china, this fruit is also called as 'Chinese gooseberry.'
- The albino version of red currants known as white currants, are often sold as different fruit.
- Red currant tea is healthy substitute for coffee.
- There are more than 150 varieties of red currants.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Italy
Russia
Other Countries
Chile, France, Greece, Iran, Japan, New Zealand, Portugal, Turkey, United States of America
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Top Importer
United States of America
Germany
Top Exporter
New Zealand
Russia
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Actinidia deliciosa
Ribes rubrum
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Ericales
Saxifragales
Family
Actinidiaceae
Grossulariaceae
Genus
Actinidia
Ribes
Species
A. deliciosa
R. rubrum
Generic Group
Kiwi
Saxifrage
Difference Between Green Kiwi and Red Currant
We might think that Green Kiwi and Red Currant are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Green Kiwi and Red Currant Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Green Kiwi and Red Currant is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Green Kiwi and Red Currant with peel is 61.00 kcal and 56.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Green Kiwi and Red Currant 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 Green Kiwi and Red Currant is Ericales and Saxifragales respectively. Green Kiwi belongs to Actinidiaceae family and Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Green Kiwi belongs to Actinidia genus of A. deliciosa species and Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
