Pear and Red Currant
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Sore throat treatment
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair
Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Itching, Skin Rashes, Swelling
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
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)
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
15.23 g
26
13.80 g
34
Fiber
3.10 g
19
4.30 g
13
Sugar
9.75 g
24
7.37 g
40
Protein
0.36 g
99+
1.40 g
16
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.10
15
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
1.00 mcg
36
2.00 mcg
33
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg
99+
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.16 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.05 mg
99+
0.06 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.07 mg
24
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
7.00 mcg
28
8.00 mcg
27
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
4.30 mg
99+
41.00 mg
20
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.12 mg
35
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
4.40 mcg
16
11.00 mcg
8
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
44.00 mcg
23
47.00 mcg
22
Choline
5.10 mg
24
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.14 g
39
0.20 g
33
Minerals
Potassium
116.00 mg
99+
275.00 mg
22
Iron
0.18 mg
99+
1.00 mg
13
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
9.00 mg
35
33.00 mg
13
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.23 mg
12
Phosphorus
12.00 mg
34
44.00 mg
7
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.19 mg
20
Copper
0.08 mg
27
0.11 mg
20
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
1.00 mg
37
35.00 mg
20
Omega 6s
93.00 mg
20
53.00 mg
31
Sterol
Phytosterol
8.00 mg
10
Not Available
Water Content
83.96 g
99+
83.95 g
99+
Ash
0.32 g
37
0.66 g
17
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
57.00 kcal
19
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
Not Available
308.00 kcal
16
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
65.00 kcal
19
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
240.00 kcal
21
165.00 kcal
31
Calories in Pie
282.00 kcal
27
260.00 kcal
32
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Berry
Season
Autumn, Summer, Winter
Summer
Varieties
Green Anjou, Red Anjou, Bartlett, Red Bartlett, Bosc, Comice, Concorde, Forelle, Seckel and Starkrimson
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Seedless Variety
Yes
No
Color
Yellow
Red
Inside Color
White
Red
Shape
Pear
Round
Texture
Grainy
Juicy
Taste
Crunchy, Sweet
Sour, Tart
Origin
China, Japan
Europe
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clayey, Loamy, Sandy
Moist, Well-drained
Soil pH
5-7.5
6-7
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Hot, Without frosts
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- The first pear tree was planted in North America in 1620.
- The Chinese considered the pear fruit to be a symbol of immortality.
- This fruit was used as a natural remedy against nausea in ancient Greece.
- 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
China
Russia
Other Countries
Argentina, Belgium, India, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Top Importer
Europe
Germany
Top Exporter
China
Russia
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Pyrus communis
Ribes rubrum
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Saxifragales
Family
Rosaceae
Grossulariaceae
Genus
Pyrus
Ribes
Species
P. communis
R. rubrum
Generic Group
Rose
Saxifrage
Difference Between Pear and Red Currant
We might think that Pear and Red Currant are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Pear and Red Currant Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Pear and Red Currant is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pear and Red Currant with peel is 57.00 kcal and 56.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Pear 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 Pear and Red Currant is Rosales and Saxifragales respectively. Pear belongs to Rosaceae family and Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Pear belongs to Pyrus genus of P. communis species and Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
