Red Currant and Olive

Red Currant

Olive

Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism

Cancer prevention, Helps in cartilage regeneration, Prevents macular degeneration, Treatment of alzheimer's disease

General Benefits

Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Skin Benefits

Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne

Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of skin diseases

Hair Benefits

Protects hair

Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties

Side Effects

Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

Affects blood glucose levels, Dizziness, Stomach pain

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)

Hardly eaten raw, Olive oil is consumed for many purposes.

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

13.80 g

3.84 g

99+

Fiber

4.30 g

3.30 g

Sugar

7.37 g

0.54 g

99+

Protein

1.40 g

1.03 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.10

0.26

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

2.00 mcg

20.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.04 mg

0.02 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.05 mg

0.01 mg

99+

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.10 mg

99+

0.24 mg

99+

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.06 mg

99+

0.02 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg

0.03 mg

99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

8.00 mcg

3.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

41.00 mg

0.00 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg

3.81 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

11.00 mcg

1.40 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

47.00 mcg

510.00 mcg

Choline

7.60 mg

14.20 mg

Fat

0.20 g

15.32 g

Minerals

Potassium

275.00 mg

42.00 mg

99+

Iron

1.00 mg

0.49 mg

Sodium

1.00 mg

1,556.00 mg

Calcium

33.00 mg

52.00 mg

Magnesium

13.00 mg

11.00 mg

Zinc

0.23 mg

0.04 mg

Phosphorus

44.00 mg

4.00 mg

99+

Manganese

0.19 mg

0.00 mg

99+

Copper

0.11 mg

0.12 mg

Selenium

0.60 mcg

0.90 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

35.00 mg

92.00 mg

Omega 6s

53.00 mg

1,215.00 mg

Sterol

Water Content

83.95 g

99+

75.28 g

99+

Ash

0.66 g

4.53 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

56.00 kcal

115.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

308.00 kcal

467.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

Not Available

119.00 kcal

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal

60.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

165.00 kcal

200.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

260.00 kcal

240.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Berry

Tree fruit

Season

Summer

Spring, Summer

Varieties

Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets

Manzanillo, Sevillano, Mission, Ascolano, Barouni, Gordal, Rubra and Picholine

Seedless Variety

Color

Red

Black, Green, Purple, Yellow

Inside Color

Red

Brown

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Juicy

Fleshy

Taste

Sour, Tart

Bitter

Origin

Europe

Eastern Mediterranean Region

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Moist, Well-drained

Well-drained

Soil pH

6-7

7-8

Climatic Conditions

Cold

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.

In ancient Greece, 1st eye shadow was made by adding olive oil in ground charcoal.
The most expensive form of olive oil is Extra Virgin.
Largest type of olive tree is known as donkey tree & smallest one is called bullet.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

Russia

Spain

Other Countries

Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom

Algeria, Egypt, Greece, Italy, Morocco, Portugal, Syria, Tunisia, Turkey

Top Importer

Germany

United States of America

Top Exporter

Russia

Italy

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Ribes rubrum

Olea europaea

Synonym

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Saxifragales

Lamiales

Family

Grossulariaceae

Oleaceae

Genus

Ribes

Olea

Species

R. rubrum

O. europaea

Generic Group

Saxifrage

Olive

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Difference Between Red Currant and Olive

We might think that Red Currant and Olive are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Red Currant and Olive Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Red Currant and Olive is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Red Currant and Olive with peel is 56.00 kcal and 115.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Red Currant and Olive 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 Olive is Saxifragales and Lamiales respectively. Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Olive belongs to Oleaceae family. Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species and Olive belongs to Olea genus of O. europaea species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.