Red Currant and Lime
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
Arthritis treatment, Cholera treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Piles treatment, Scurvy treatment
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties
Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Eye irritation, Hives, Inflammation, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Skin rash, Wheezing
Side Effects
Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Chances of sunburn
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)
Along with meal, Best to drink warm water with lime on an empty stomach, Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.80 g
34
10.50 g
99+
Fiber
4.30 g
13
2.80 g
22
Sugar
7.37 g
40
1.70 g
99+
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.10
15
0.07
20
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
2.00 mcg
33
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
24
0.03 mg
31
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.20 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.06 mg
99+
0.22 mg
27
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
24
0.05 mg
39
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
8.00 mcg
27
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
41.00 mg
20
29.10 mg
30
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg
37
0.22 mg
28
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
11.00 mcg
8
0.60 mcg
31
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
47.00 mcg
22
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
7.60 mg
13
5.10 mg
24
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.20 g
33
Minerals
Potassium
275.00 mg
22
102.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.00 mg
13
0.60 mg
21
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
33.00 mg
13
33.00 mg
13
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
6.00 mg
29
Zinc
0.23 mg
12
0.11 mg
22
Phosphorus
44.00 mg
7
18.00 mg
27
Manganese
0.19 mg
20
0.01 mg
99+
Copper
0.11 mg
20
0.07 mg
35
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
35.00 mg
20
19.00 mg
25
Omega 6s
53.00 mg
31
36.00 mg
40
Sterol
Water Content
83.95 g
99+
88.26 g
17
Ash
0.66 g
17
0.30 g
38
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
30.00 kcal
23
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
308.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
20.68 kcal
26
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
30.00 kcal
38
Calories in Jam
165.00 kcal
31
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
260.00 kcal
32
420.00 kcal
2
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Key lime, Persian lime, Kaffir lime, Desert lime, Palestine Sweet Lime, Mexican Sweet Lime, Mary Ellen Sweet Lime
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Red
Green
Inside Color
Red
Light Green
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Succulent
Taste
Sour, Tart
Acidic, Sour
Origin
Europe
India
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Moist, Well-drained
Clay loam, Sandy loam
Soil pH
6-7
6-7.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Sunny, Warm to hot climate
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.
- Lime is the called as the powerhouse of flavors.
- Fresh lime juice is so acidic that it can dissolve concrete.
- Limes are more fragrant and acidic than lemons.
- Persian limes are almost seedless and thorn less.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
China
Other Countries
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Argentina, Brazil, India, Mexico
Top Importer
Germany
United States of America
Top Exporter
Russia
Mexico
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes rubrum
Citrus aurantifolia
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
Sapindales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Ribes
Citrus
Species
R. rubrum
C. aurantifolia
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Red Currant and Lime
We might think that Red Currant and Lime are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Red Currant and Lime Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Red Currant and Lime is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Red Currant and Lime with peel is 56.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Red Currant and Lime 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 Lime is Saxifragales and Sapindales respectively. Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Lime belongs to Rutaceae family. Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species and Lime belongs to Citrus genus of C. aurantifolia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
