Quince and Red Currant
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Reduces nervous tension, Ulcer prevention
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation, 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, Reduces wrinkles
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Regulates hair growth
Protects hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
NA
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
15.30 g
25
13.80 g
34
Fiber
1.90 g
27
4.30 g
13
Sugar
Not Available
7.37 g
40
Protein
0.40 g
99+
1.40 g
16
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03
25
0.10
15
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
2.00 mcg
33
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.02 mg
38
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
30
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.20 mg
99+
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.08 mg
99+
0.06 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.07 mg
24
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
3.00 mcg
32
8.00 mcg
27
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
15.00 mg
40
41.00 mg
20
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available
0.10 mg
37
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available
11.00 mcg
8
Lycopene
Not Available
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available
47.00 mcg
22
Choline
Not Available
7.60 mg
13
Fat
0.10 g
99+
0.20 g
33
Minerals
Potassium
197.00 mg
37
275.00 mg
22
Iron
0.70 mg
17
1.00 mg
13
Sodium
4.00 mg
16
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
11.00 mg
32
33.00 mg
13
Magnesium
8.00 mg
27
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.04 mg
29
0.23 mg
12
Phosphorus
17.00 mg
28
44.00 mg
7
Manganese
Not Available
0.19 mg
20
Copper
0.13 mg
14
0.11 mg
20
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.60 mcg
10
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
35.00 mg
20
Omega 6s
49.00 mg
33
53.00 mg
31
Sterol
Water Content
83.80 g
99+
83.95 g
99+
Ash
0.40 g
33
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
320.00 kcal
14
308.00 kcal
16
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
130.00 kcal
35
165.00 kcal
31
Calories in Pie
310.00 kcal
16
260.00 kcal
32
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Berry
Season
Winter
Summer
Varieties
Meech’s Prolific, Lusitanica, Champion and Vranja AGM
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Green, Yellow
Red
Inside Color
White
Red
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Crunchy
Juicy
Taste
Tart
Sour, Tart
Origin
Iran, South-West Asia, Turkey
Europe
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Well-drained
Moist, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-7
6-7
Climatic Conditions
Warm
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- Due to its strong & fruity aroma, brides consumed quince to ensure "perfumed lips".
- It is also called as ‘Pear of Cydonia’, being native to Caucasus and Iran.
- They call it as the ‘golden apple’ of Greek Mythology.
- 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
Turkey
Russia
Other Countries
Algeria, Argentina, Azerbaijan, China, Iran, Morocco, Serbia, Spain, Uzbekistan
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Top Importer
United States of America
Germany
Top Exporter
Argentina
Russia
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Cydonia oblonga
Ribes rubrum
Synonym
C. vulgaris
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
Cydonia
Ribes
Species
C. oblonga
R. rubrum
Generic Group
Rose
Saxifrage
Difference Between Quince and Red Currant
We might think that Quince and Red Currant are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Quince and Red Currant Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Quince and Red Currant is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Quince 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, Quince 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 Quince and Red Currant is Rosales and Saxifragales respectively. Quince belongs to Rosaceae family and Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Quince belongs to Cydonia genus of C. oblonga species and Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
