Red Currant and Blueberry
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
Anti depressant, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
Yes
Best Time to Eat
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)
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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.80 g
34
14.49 g
29
Fiber
4.30 g
13
2.40 g
24
Sugar
7.37 g
40
9.96 g
21
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.74 g
39
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.10
15
0.05
22
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
24
0.04 mg
27
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.04 mg
22
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.42 mg
34
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.06 mg
99+
0.12 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
24
0.05 mg
35
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
6.00 mcg
29
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
41.00 mg
20
9.70 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg
37
0.57 mg
17
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
11.00 mcg
8
19.30 mcg
4
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
47.00 mcg
22
80.00 mcg
17
Choline
7.60 mg
13
6.00 mg
20
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.33 g
25
Minerals
Potassium
275.00 mg
22
77.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.00 mg
13
0.28 mg
37
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
33.00 mg
13
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
6.00 mg
29
Zinc
0.23 mg
12
0.16 mg
17
Phosphorus
44.00 mg
7
12.00 mg
34
Manganese
0.19 mg
20
0.34 mg
13
Copper
0.11 mg
20
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
35.00 mg
20
58.00 mg
13
Omega 6s
53.00 mg
31
88.00 mg
22
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
26.40 mg
5
Water Content
83.95 g
99+
84.21 g
39
Ash
0.66 g
17
0.24 g
40
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
56.00 kcal
20
57.00 kcal
19
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
51.00 kcal
14
Calories in Dried Form
308.00 kcal
16
325.00 kcal
13
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
88.00 kcal
9
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
50.00 kcal
30
Calories in Jam
165.00 kcal
31
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
260.00 kcal
32
245.00 kcal
36
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Berry
Season
Summer
Summer
Varieties
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Pink Lemonade, Bluecrop, Bluejay, Blueray, Bonus, Duke, Elliott, Jersey, Nelson, Northland, Patriot, Sierra, Spartan, Northcountry, Northsky and Premier and Climax
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Red
Blue, Indigo
Inside Color
Red
Greyish-white
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sour, Tart
Sweet
Origin
Europe
North America
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Moist, Well-drained
Porous, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-7
4.5-5.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- 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.
- National blueberry month is July as blueberries are harvested in July.
- They are the official berries of Nova Scotia, Canada.
- Blueberries are used as natural food color and can protect you from memory loss.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
United States of America
Other Countries
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Poland
Top Importer
Germany
United States of America
Top Exporter
Russia
Chile
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes rubrum
Vaccinium myrtillus
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Saxifragales
Ericales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Ericaceae
Genus
Ribes
Vaccinium
Species
R. rubrum
V. myrtillus
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Heath
Difference Between Red Currant and Blueberry
We might think that Red Currant and Blueberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Red Currant and Blueberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Red Currant and Blueberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Red Currant and Blueberry with peel is 56.00 kcal and 57.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Red Currant and Blueberry 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 Red Currant and Blueberry is Saxifragales and Ericales respectively. Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Blueberry belongs to Ericaceae family. Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species and Blueberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of V. myrtillus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
