Lemon

Blackcurrant

Lemon and Blackcurrant

Lemon

Blackcurrant

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism

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

Boosts immune system, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

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, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss, Treatment of dandruff

Acts as moisturizer, Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling

Abdominal pains, Asthma, Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Itching, Nasal polyps, Runny nose, Skin rash, Swelling

Side Effects

Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn

Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting, Might cause change of urine color

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., 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 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

Carbs

9.30 g15.40 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

2.80 g3.40 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

2.50 g7.40 g

0 63.35

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Protein

1.10 g1.40 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.120.09

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

3.00 mcg12.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.04 mg0.05 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg0.05 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.10 mg0.30 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.19 mg0.40 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.08 mg0.07 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

11.00 mcg9.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

53.00 mg181.00 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.15 mg1.00 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.00 mcg14.60 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

11.00 mcg15.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

5.10 mg0.00 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.30 g0.40 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

138.00 mg322.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.60 mg1.54 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

2.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

26.00 mg55.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

8.00 mg24.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.06 mg0.27 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

16.00 mg59.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.03 mg0.26 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.04 mg0.09 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.40 mcg0.30 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

26.00 mg72.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

63.00 mg107.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

11.00 mg12.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

88.98 g81.96 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.30 g0.86 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

29.00 kcal63.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

29.00 kcal63.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

22.00 kcal63.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

267.00 kcal283.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

21.00 kcal63.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

22.00 kcal108.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

250.00 kcal183.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

285.00 kcal270.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Citrus, Tree fruit

Berry

Season

All seasons

Summer

Varieties

Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron

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

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Color

Yellow, Yellowish-orange

Black

Inside Color

Yellow

Grey

Shape

Round

Texture

Succulent

Juicy

Taste

Sour

Tart

Origin

China, India

Asia, Europe

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Well-drained

Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

5.5-6.56-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Hot, Sunny

Cold, Moist

Facts

Facts about

Oil extracted from lemon peels is used for fingerboard of guitars.
During Renaissance, ladies used lemons to redden their lips.
Aroms of lemon decreases the level of stress hormones.

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

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Beer

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Spirits

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Cocktails

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Production

Top Producer

China

Russia

Other Countries

Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America

New Zealand, Poland, United Kingdom, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

Mexico

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Citrus limon

Ribes nigrum

Synonym

Citrus Limon

R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Sapindales

Saxifragales

Family

Rutaceae

Grossulariaceae

Genus

Citrus

Ribes

Species

C. limon

R. nigrum

Generic Group

Citrus fruit

Saxifrage

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Difference Between Lemon and Blackcurrant

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lemon and Blackcurrant with peel is 29.00 kcal and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 29.00 kcal and 63.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lemon 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 Lemon and Blackcurrant is Sapindales and Saxifragales respectively. Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family and Blackcurrant belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species and Blackcurrant belongs to Ribes genus of R. nigrum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.