Orange and Red Currant
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Lower blood pressure, Prevents constipation, Prevents diabetes, Strengthening of bones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Fainting, Runny nose, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties
Side Effects
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
Yes
Best Time to Eat
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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
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
11.75 g
99+
13.80 g
34
Fiber
2.40 g
24
4.30 g
13
Sugar
9.35 g
26
7.37 g
40
Protein
0.94 g
28
1.40 g
16
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.10
15
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
11.00 mcg
26
2.00 mcg
33
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.09 mg
8
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.28 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.25 mg
21
0.06 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
29
0.07 mg
24
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
30.00 mcg
8
8.00 mcg
27
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
53.20 mg
14
41.00 mg
20
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.18 mg
31
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
11.00 mcg
8
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
129.00 mcg
9
47.00 mcg
22
Choline
8.40 mg
10
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.12 g
99+
0.20 g
33
Minerals
Potassium
181.00 mg
99+
275.00 mg
22
Iron
0.10 mg
99+
1.00 mg
13
Sodium
0.00 mg
21
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
40.00 mg
7
33.00 mg
13
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.23 mg
12
Phosphorus
14.00 mg
32
44.00 mg
7
Manganese
0.03 mg
99+
0.19 mg
20
Copper
0.05 mg
99+
0.11 mg
20
Selenium
0.50 mcg
11
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
7.00 mg
32
35.00 mg
20
Omega 6s
18.00 mg
99+
53.00 mg
31
Sterol
Water Content
86.75 g
28
83.95 g
99+
Ash
0.44 g
30
0.66 g
17
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
63.00 kcal
16
56.00 kcal
20
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
47.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
45.00 kcal
19
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
300.00 kcal
17
308.00 kcal
16
Calories in Canned Form
61.00 kcal
18
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
45.00 kcal
33
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
260.00 kcal
14
165.00 kcal
31
Calories in Pie
333.00 kcal
12
260.00 kcal
32
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Berry
Season
Winter
Summer
Varieties
Sweet Orange - Persian orange, Navel orange, Valencia orange and Blood orange. Sour Orange - Seville orange, Bergamot orange, Chinotto orange and Daidai.
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Orange
Red
Inside Color
Orange
Red
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Juicy
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Sour, Tart
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
Europe
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Sandy loam
Moist, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-6.5
6-7
Climatic Conditions
Hot
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- There are around 600 varieties of oranges available worldwide.
- More than 1 plant can grow from a single orange seed.
- Orange and orange blossoms are a symbol of love.
- Orange tree is usually propagated by grafting.
- 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
Brazil
Russia
Other Countries
China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Top Importer
Germany
Germany
Top Exporter
Spain
Russia
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus sinensis
Ribes rubrum
Synonym
Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
Not Available
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. × sinensis
R. rubrum
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Saxifrage
Difference Between Orange and Red Currant
We might think that Orange and Red Currant are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Orange and Red Currant Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Orange and Red Currant is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Orange and Red Currant with peel is 63.00 kcal and 56.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 47.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, Orange 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 Orange and Red Currant is Sapindales and Saxifragales respectively. Orange belongs to Rutaceae family and Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Orange belongs to Citrus genus of C. × sinensis species and Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
