Raisin and Red Currant

Raisin

Red Currant

Red Currant and Raisin

Benefits

Health Benefits

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

Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism

General Benefits

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

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, Skin rejuvenation

Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne

Hair Benefits

Protects hair

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

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

Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Not Available

Yes

Best Time to Eat

Any time except an hour after meal

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

Carbs

79.18 g

13.80 g

Fiber

3.70 g

4.30 g

Sugar

59.19 g

7.37 g

Protein

3.07 g

1.40 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.04

0.10

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

0.00 mcg

2.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.11 mg

0.04 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.13 mg

0.05 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.77 mg

0.10 mg

99+

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.10 mg

99+

0.06 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.17 mg

0.07 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg

8.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

2.30 mg

99+

41.00 mg

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.12 mg

0.10 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

3.50 mcg

11.00 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg

47.00 mcg

Choline

11.10 mg

7.60 mg

Fat

0.46 g

0.20 g

Minerals

Potassium

749.00 mg

275.00 mg

Iron

1.88 mg

1.00 mg

Sodium

11.00 mg

1.00 mg

Calcium

50.00 mg

33.00 mg

Magnesium

32.00 mg

13.00 mg

Zinc

0.22 mg

0.23 mg

Phosphorus

101.00 mg

44.00 mg

Manganese

0.30 mg

0.19 mg

Copper

0.32 mg

0.11 mg

Selenium

0.60 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

8.00 mg

35.00 mg

Omega 6s

29.00 mg

99+

53.00 mg

Sterol

Water Content

15.43 g

99+

83.95 g

99+

Ash

1.85 g

0.66 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

299.00 kcal

56.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

Not Available

308.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

154.00 kcal

70.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

255.00 kcal

165.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

251.00 kcal

260.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Berry

Season

All seasons

Summer

Varieties

Dark raisins, White or golden raisins, Sultanas and Currants

Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets

Seedless Variety

Not Available

Color

Black, Blue, Green, Purple, Yellow

Red

Inside Color

Brown

Red

Shape

Oval

Round

Texture

Fleshy

Juicy

Taste

Sweet

Sour, Tart

Origin

Central Europe, Western Asia

Europe

Grows on

Not Available

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay loam, Sandy loam

Moist, Well-drained

Soil pH

5.5-7

6-7

Climatic Conditions

Warm

Cold

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.

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

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

United States of America

Russia

Other Countries

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

Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom

Top Importer

Europe

Germany

Top Exporter

Turkey

Russia

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Vitis Vinifera

Ribes rubrum

Synonym

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Not Available

Rosidae

Order

Vitales

Saxifragales

Family

Vitaceae

Grossulariaceae

Genus

Vitis

Ribes

Species

Vitis vinifera

R. rubrum

Generic Group

Grape

Saxifrage

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Difference Between Raisin and Red Currant

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Raisin and Red Currant with peel is 299.00 kcal and 56.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Raisin and Red Currant belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Raisin and Red Currant is Vitales and Saxifragales respectively. Raisin belongs to Vitaceae family and Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Raisin belongs to Vitis genus of Vitis vinifera species and Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.