Red Currant and Coconut
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
Acidity treatment, Acts as natural antibiotic, Anti-oxidant properties, Aphonia treatment
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Boosts immune system, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Shiny hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Runny nose, Vomiting
Side Effects
Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Allergic reaction, Indigestion, Weight gain
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)
Along with meal, Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.80 g
34
24.23 g
8
Fiber
4.30 g
13
9.00 g
2
Sugar
7.37 g
40
6.23 g
99+
Protein
1.40 g
16
3.33 g
2
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.10
15
0.22
6
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
24
0.07 mg
14
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.54 mg
29
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.06 mg
99+
1.01 mg
2
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
24
0.05 mg
36
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
20.80 mcg
14
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
41.00 mg
20
3.30 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg
37
0.24 mg
27
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
11.00 mcg
8
0.20 mcg
34
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
47.00 mcg
22
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
7.60 mg
13
12.10 mg
4
Fat
0.20 g
33
33.49 g
1
Minerals
Potassium
275.00 mg
22
356.00 mg
12
Iron
1.00 mg
13
2.43 mg
4
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
20.00 mg
5
Calcium
33.00 mg
13
14.00 mg
27
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
32.00 mg
4
Zinc
0.23 mg
12
1.10 mg
2
Phosphorus
44.00 mg
7
113.00 mg
1
Manganese
0.19 mg
20
1.50 mg
2
Copper
0.11 mg
20
0.44 mg
3
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
10.10 mcg
2
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
35.00 mg
20
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
53.00 mg
31
366.00 mg
4
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
37.60 mg
2
Water Content
83.95 g
99+
47.00 g
99+
Ash
0.66 g
17
0.97 g
8
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
56.00 kcal
20
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
354.00 kcal
1
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
308.00 kcal
16
660.00 kcal
3
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
443.00 kcal
1
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
165.00 kcal
31
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
260.00 kcal
32
298.00 kcal
19
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Tall Varieties- West Coast Tall, Laccadiv Micro, Andaman Ordinary, Fiji, Kappadam, San Ramon, Philippines, Spicate, and Pratap. Dwarf Varieties- Chowghat Orange Dwarf (COD) and Chowghat Green Dwarf (CGD)
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Red
Brown, Green
Inside Color
Red
White
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Crispy
Taste
Sour, Tart
Juicy, Sweetish
Origin
Europe
America, India
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Moist, Well-drained
Clay, Sand
Soil pH
6-7
3.5-8.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Hot, Humid
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.
- Burning coconut's husk helps repel mosquitoes.
- Surveys say that falling coconut kills hundreds every year.
- Coconut water is used as a substitute Blood Plasma & is called "father of modern tissue culture science".
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
Indonesia
Other Countries
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Brazil, India, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Top Importer
Germany
United States of America
Top Exporter
Russia
Philippines
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes rubrum
Cocos nucifera
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Arecidae
Order
Saxifragales
Arecales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Arecaceae
Genus
Ribes
Cocos
Species
R. rubrum
C. nucifera
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Arecaceae
Difference Between Red Currant and Coconut
We might think that Red Currant and Coconut are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Red Currant and Coconut Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Red Currant and Coconut is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Red Currant and Coconut with peel is 56.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 354.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Red Currant and Coconut belong to Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Red Currant and Coconut is Saxifragales and Arecales respectively. Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Coconut belongs to Arecaceae family. Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species and Coconut belongs to Cocos genus of C. nucifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
