Raisin and Date

Raisin

Date

Benefits

Health Benefits

Acidity treatment, Cancer prevention, Good for diabetics, Prevents constipation, Prevents Anaemia

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Diarrhea treatment, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves muscular strength, Prevents constipation, Prevents nerve damage, Strengthening of bones

General Benefits

Boosts immune system, Cures fever, Eye care, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones

Boosts immune system, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of skin diseases

Hair Benefits

Protects hair

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Skin rash, Stuffy nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing

Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Intestinal gas, Stomach pain, Tooth decay, Weight gain

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Not Available

Yes

Best Time to Eat

Any time except an hour after meal

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

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

79.18 g

75.03 g

Fiber

3.70 g

8.00 g

Sugar

59.19 g

63.35 g

Protein

3.07 g

2.45 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.04

0.03

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

0.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.11 mg

0.05 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.13 mg

0.07 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.77 mg

1.27 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.10 mg

99+

0.59 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.17 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg

19.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

2.30 mg

99+

0.40 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.12 mg

0.05 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

3.50 mcg

2.70 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg

75.00 mcg

Choline

11.10 mg

6.30 mg

Fat

0.46 g

0.39 g

Minerals

Potassium

749.00 mg

656.00 mg

Iron

1.88 mg

1.02 mg

Sodium

11.00 mg

2.00 mg

Calcium

50.00 mg

39.00 mg

Magnesium

32.00 mg

43.00 mg

Zinc

0.22 mg

0.29 mg

Phosphorus

101.00 mg

62.00 mg

Manganese

0.30 mg

0.26 mg

Copper

0.32 mg

0.21 mg

Selenium

0.60 mcg

3.00 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

8.00 mg

3.00 mg

Omega 6s

29.00 mg

99+

16.00 mg

99+

Sterol

Water Content

15.43 g

99+

20.53 g

99+

Ash

1.85 g

1.60 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

299.00 kcal

282.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

Not Available

290.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

154.00 kcal

461.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

255.00 kcal

384.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

251.00 kcal

321.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Berry

Tropical

Season

All seasons

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Dark raisins, White or golden raisins, Sultanas and Currants

Barhi, Dayri, Deglet Noor, Halawy, Khadrawy, Medjool, Thoory and Zahidi

Seedless Variety

Not Available

Color

Black, Blue, Green, Purple, Yellow

Black, Brown, Red, Yellow

Inside Color

Brown

Shape

Oval

Texture

Fleshy

Taste

Sweet

Origin

Central Europe, Western Asia

Iraq

Grows on

Not Available

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay loam, Sandy loam

Clay, Loam, Sand

Soil pH

5.5-7

8-10

Climatic Conditions

Warm

Hot, Warm

Facts

Facts about

30th April is known as National Raisin Day.
Fresno, California is known as raisin capital of the world.
Half of world's raisin supply is produced in California.

Date is known as the tree of life in Middle east.
Date palms cover 3% of the earth's total farmlands.
Scholars believe that date (and not apple) was the real fruit mentioned in the Bible's Garden of Eden.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Not Available

Beer

Yes

Not Available

Spirits

Yes

Not Available

Cocktails

Yes

Not Available

Production

Top Producer

United States of America

Egypt

Other Countries

Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Chile, China, Iran, South Africa, Turkey, Uzbekistan

Algeria, Iraq, Oman, Pakistan, South Africa, United Arab Emirates

Top Importer

Europe

India

Top Exporter

Turkey

United Arab Emirates

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Vitis Vinifera

Phoenix Dactylifera

Synonym

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

Subclass

Not Available

Arecidae

Order

Vitales

Arecales

Family

Vitaceae

Arecaceae

Genus

Vitis

Phoenix

Species

Vitis vinifera

P. dactylifera

Generic Group

Grape

Palm

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Difference Between Raisin and Date

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Raisin and Date with peel is 299.00 kcal and 282.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Raisin and Date belong to High Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Raisin and Date is Vitales and Arecales respectively. Raisin belongs to Vitaceae family and Date belongs to Arecaceae family. Raisin belongs to Vitis genus of Vitis vinifera species and Date belongs to Phoenix genus of P. dactylifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.