Red Currant and Damson
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Flu treatment, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
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, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.80 g
34
11.42 g
99+
Fiber
4.30 g
13
1.40 g
32
Sugar
7.37 g
40
9.92 g
22
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.10
15
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
17.00 mcg
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
24
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.42 mg
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.06 mg
99+
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
24
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
41.00 mg
20
9.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg
37
0.26 mg
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
11.00 mcg
8
6.40 mcg
12
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
47.00 mcg
22
73.00 mcg
19
Choline
7.60 mg
13
1.90 mg
31
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.28 g
29
Minerals
Potassium
275.00 mg
22
157.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.00 mg
13
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
33.00 mg
13
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.23 mg
12
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
44.00 mg
7
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.19 mg
20
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
0.11 mg
20
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
35.00 mg
20
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
53.00 mg
31
44.00 mg
36
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
83.95 g
99+
87.02 g
26
Ash
0.66 g
17
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
56.00 kcal
20
46.00 kcal
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
49.00 kcal
16
Calories in Dried Form
308.00 kcal
16
240.00 kcal
34
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
63.00 kcal
17
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
165.00 kcal
31
220.00 kcal
24
Calories in Pie
260.00 kcal
32
294.00 kcal
20
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tree fruit
Season
Summer
Summer
Varieties
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Red
Dark purple
Inside Color
Red
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Grainy
Taste
Sour, Tart
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
Europe
Syria
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Moist, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-7
5.5-6.5
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.
- The name Damson originates from the original name 'Damacus plum'.
- Damson wine was very popular in 19th century.
- This fruit is often used in jams due to its slightly tart behaviour.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
United Kingdom
Other Countries
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
Germany
United States of America
Top Exporter
Russia
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes rubrum
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Saxifragales
Rosales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Ribes
Prunus
Species
R. rubrum
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Not Available
Difference Between Red Currant and Damson
We might think that Red Currant and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Red Currant and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Red Currant and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Red Currant and Damson with peel is 56.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Red Currant and Damson 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 Damson is Saxifragales and Rosales respectively. Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
