Red Currant and Damson

Red Currant

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

Lactating Women

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, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

13.80 g

11.42 g

99+

Fiber

4.30 g

1.40 g

Sugar

7.37 g

9.92 g

Protein

1.40 g

0.70 g

99+

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.10

0.06

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

2.00 mcg

17.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.04 mg

0.03 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.05 mg

0.03 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.10 mg

99+

0.42 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.06 mg

99+

0.14 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg

0.03 mg

99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

8.00 mcg

5.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

41.00 mg

9.50 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg

0.26 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

11.00 mcg

6.40 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

47.00 mcg

73.00 mcg

Choline

7.60 mg

1.90 mg

Fat

0.20 g

0.28 g

Minerals

Potassium

275.00 mg

157.00 mg

99+

Iron

1.00 mg

0.17 mg

99+

Sodium

1.00 mg

2.00 mg

Calcium

33.00 mg

6.00 mg

Magnesium

13.00 mg

7.00 mg

Zinc

0.23 mg

0.10 mg

Phosphorus

44.00 mg

16.00 mg

Manganese

0.19 mg

0.05 mg

99+

Copper

0.11 mg

0.06 mg

Selenium

0.60 mcg

0.00 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

35.00 mg

0.00 mg

Omega 6s

53.00 mg

44.00 mg

Sterol

Phytosterol

Not Available

7.00 mg

Water Content

83.95 g

99+

87.02 g

Ash

0.66 g

0.40 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

56.00 kcal

46.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

49.00 kcal

Calories in Dried Form

308.00 kcal

240.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

Not Available

63.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

165.00 kcal

220.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

260.00 kcal

294.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Berry

Tree fruit

Season

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

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

Cultivation

Soil Type

Moist, Well-drained

Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained

Soil pH

6-7

5.5-6.5

Climatic Conditions

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

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

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

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Saxifragales

Rosales

Family

Grossulariaceae

Rosaceae

Genus

Ribes

Prunus

Species

R. rubrum

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Generic Group

Saxifrage

Not Available

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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.