Lemon and Blackcurrant
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
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
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
100 g
Carbs
9.30 g
99+
15.40 g
24
Fiber
2.80 g
22
Not Available
Sugar
2.50 g
99+
Not Available
Protein
1.10 g
21
1.40 g
16
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.12
14
0.09
16
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
12.00 mcg
25
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
24
0.05 mg
21
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.30 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.19 mg
34
0.40 mg
7
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg
20
0.07 mg
26
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
11.00 mcg
24
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
53.00 mg
15
181.00 mg
2
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.15 mg
33
1.00 mg
9
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
11.00 mcg
30
Not Available
Choline
5.10 mg
24
Not Available
Fat
0.30 g
28
0.40 g
21
Minerals
Potassium
138.00 mg
99+
322.00 mg
15
Iron
0.60 mg
21
1.54 mg
9
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
26.00 mg
17
55.00 mg
4
Magnesium
8.00 mg
27
24.00 mg
10
Zinc
0.06 mg
27
0.27 mg
11
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
59.00 mg
5
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.26 mg
18
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.09 mg
25
Selenium
0.40 mcg
13
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
26.00 mg
23
72.00 mg
11
Omega 6s
63.00 mg
28
107.00 mg
18
Sterol
Water Content
88.98 g
15
81.96 g
99+
Ash
0.30 g
38
0.86 g
12
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
63.00 kcal
16
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
29.00 kcal
24
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
22.00 kcal
27
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
267.00 kcal
25
283.00 kcal
20
Calories in Canned Form
21.00 kcal
25
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
22.00 kcal
99+
108.00 kcal
8
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
183.00 kcal
28
Calories in Pie
285.00 kcal
24
270.00 kcal
29
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
Yes
No
Color
Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Black
Inside Color
Yellow
Grey
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Juicy
Taste
Sour
Tart
Origin
China, India
Asia, Europe
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
6-6.5
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
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Not Available
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
Not Available
Top Exporter
Mexico
Not Available
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus limon
Ribes nigrum
Synonym
Not Available
R. nigrum forma chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. chlorocarpum or R. nigrum var. sibiricum or R. cyathiforme or R. olidum
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Saxifragales
Family
Rutaceae
Grossulariaceae
Genus
Citrus
Ribes
Species
C. limon
R. nigrum
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Saxifrage
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 Not Available and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 29.00 kcal and Not Available 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.
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