Green Kiwi and Red Currant

Green Kiwi

Red Currant

Red Currant and Green Kiwi

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

Lactating Women

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

Carbs

14.66 g

13.80 g

Fiber

3.00 g

4.30 g

Sugar

8.99 g

7.37 g

Protein

1.14 g

1.40 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.07

0.10

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

4.00 mcg

2.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg

0.04 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg

0.05 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.34 mg

99+

0.10 mg

99+

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.18 mg

0.06 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.06 mg

0.07 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

25.00 mcg

8.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

92.70 mg

41.00 mg

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

1.46 mg

0.10 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

40.30 mcg

11.00 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

122.00 mcg

47.00 mcg

Choline

7.80 mg

7.60 mg

Fat

0.52 g

0.20 g

Minerals

Potassium

312.00 mg

275.00 mg

Iron

0.31 mg

1.00 mg

Sodium

3.00 mg

1.00 mg

Calcium

34.00 mg

33.00 mg

Magnesium

17.00 mg

13.00 mg

Zinc

0.14 mg

0.23 mg

Phosphorus

34.00 mg

44.00 mg

Manganese

0.10 mg

0.19 mg

Copper

0.13 mg

0.11 mg

Selenium

0.20 mcg

0.60 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

42.00 mg

35.00 mg

Omega 6s

246.00 mg

53.00 mg

Sterol

Water Content

83.07 g

99+

83.95 g

99+

Ash

0.61 g

0.66 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

61.00 kcal

56.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

352.00 kcal

308.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

105.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

61.00 kcal

70.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

245.00 kcal

165.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

345.00 kcal

260.00 kcal

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

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

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

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

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

Order

Ericales

Saxifragales

Family

Actinidiaceae

Grossulariaceae

Genus

Actinidia

Ribes

Species

A. deliciosa

R. rubrum

Generic Group

Kiwi

Saxifrage

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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.