Plum and Cranberry

Plum

Cranberry

Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents diabetes

Cancer prevention, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention

General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Flu treatment, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Treatment of dandruff

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Stomach pain, Vomiting

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Best Time to Eat

As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)

Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

11.42 g

99+

12.20 g

Fiber

1.40 g

4.60 g

Sugar

9.92 g

4.04 g

99+

Protein

0.70 g

99+

0.39 g

99+

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.06

0.03

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg

3.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg

0.01 mg

99+

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg

0.02 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg

0.10 mg

99+

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg

99+

0.30 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg

99+

0.06 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg

1.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg

99+

13.30 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg

1.20 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg

5.10 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg

91.00 mcg

Choline

1.90 mg

5.50 mg

Fat

0.28 g

0.13 g

Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg

99+

85.00 mg

99+

Iron

0.17 mg

99+

0.25 mg

Sodium

0.00 mg

2.00 mg

Calcium

6.00 mg

8.00 mg

Magnesium

7.00 mg

6.00 mg

Zinc

0.10 mg

Phosphorus

16.00 mg

13.00 mg

Manganese

0.05 mg

99+

0.36 mg

Copper

0.06 mg

Selenium

0.00 mcg

0.10 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg

22.00 mg

Omega 6s

44.00 mg

33.00 mg

99+

Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg

Not Available

Water Content

87.02 g

87.13 g

Ash

0.40 g

0.20 g

99+

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal

42.00 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal

308.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal

151.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

71.00 kcal

54.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

310.00 kcal

150.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal

164.00 kcal

99+

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Berry

Season

Summer

Autumn

Varieties

Victoria, President, Czar, Ariel, Avalon and Oullins Gage

Early Black, Howes, Ben Lear and Stevens

Seedless Variety

Yes

Color

Pink, Purple, Red

Red

Inside Color

Yellow

White

Shape

Round

Texture

Grainy

Juicy

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Bitter, Tart

Origin

Caucasus

North America

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Sandy loam

Clay, Sandy, Well-drained

Soil pH

5.5-6.5

4.5-5

Climatic Conditions

Cold

Warm

Facts

Facts about

In china, plums are used for production of wine.
A chemical called amygdalin found in plum seeds, turns into toxic compound in human body.
Plum tree produces fruit 3-5 yrs after planting.

Europeans thought the cranberry blossom looked like the head of a sandhill crane, hence the name Cranberry.
They are also known as bounce berries as they bounce when they ripe.
Cranberries do not grow in water.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

China

United States of America

Other Countries

Bosnia, Chile, India, Iran, Italy, Romania, Serbia, Turkey, United States of America

Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Canada, Latvia, Macedonia, NA, Romania, Tunisia, Ukraine

Top Importer

United Kingdom

Europe

Top Exporter

Chile

United States of America

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica

Vaccinium Macrocarpon

Synonym

Not Available

Oxycoccus macrocarpus

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Dillenhidae

Order

Rosales

Ericales

Family

Rosaceae

Ericaceae

Genus

Prunus

Vaccinium

Species

P. domestica

Vaccinium macrocarpon

Generic Group

Rose

Heath

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Difference Between Plum and Cranberry

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Plum and Cranberry with peel is 46.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Plum and Cranberry 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 Plum and Cranberry is Rosales and Ericales respectively. Plum belongs to Rosaceae family and Cranberry belongs to Ericaceae family. Plum belongs to Prunus genus of P. domestica species and Cranberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium macrocarpon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.