Red Currant and Orange
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Increases metabolic rate, Kidney stone treatment, Lower blood pressure, Prevents constipation, Prevents diabetes, Strengthening of bones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Good conditioner, Prevents hair loss, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Fainting, Runny nose, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Side Effects
Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Abdominal cramps, Diarrhoea, Weight gain
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, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.80 g
34
11.75 g
99+
Fiber
4.30 g
13
2.40 g
24
Sugar
7.37 g
40
9.35 g
26
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.94 g
28
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.10
15
0.08
18
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
11.00 mcg
26
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
24
0.09 mg
8
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.04 mg
23
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.28 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.06 mg
99+
0.25 mg
21
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
24
0.06 mg
29
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
30.00 mcg
8
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
41.00 mg
20
53.20 mg
14
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg
37
0.18 mg
31
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
11.00 mcg
8
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
47.00 mcg
22
129.00 mcg
9
Choline
7.60 mg
13
8.40 mg
10
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.12 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
275.00 mg
22
181.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.00 mg
13
0.10 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
33.00 mg
13
40.00 mg
7
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.23 mg
12
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
44.00 mg
7
14.00 mg
32
Manganese
0.19 mg
20
0.03 mg
99+
Copper
0.11 mg
20
0.05 mg
99+
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.50 mcg
11
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
35.00 mg
20
7.00 mg
32
Omega 6s
53.00 mg
31
18.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
83.95 g
99+
86.75 g
28
Ash
0.66 g
17
0.44 g
30
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
56.00 kcal
20
63.00 kcal
16
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
47.00 kcal
16
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
45.00 kcal
19
Calories in Dried Form
308.00 kcal
16
300.00 kcal
17
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
61.00 kcal
18
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
45.00 kcal
33
Calories in Jam
165.00 kcal
31
260.00 kcal
14
Calories in Pie
260.00 kcal
32
333.00 kcal
12
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Citrus
Season
Summer
Winter
Varieties
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Sweet Orange - Persian orange, Navel orange, Valencia orange and Blood orange. Sour Orange - Seville orange, Bergamot orange, Chinotto orange and Daidai.
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Red
Orange
Inside Color
Red
Orange
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Succulent
Taste
Sour, Tart
Sweet-Sour
Origin
Europe
South-Eastern Asia
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Moist, Well-drained
Loam, Sandy loam
Soil pH
6-7
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Hot
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.
- There are around 600 varieties of oranges available worldwide.
- More than 1 plant can grow from a single orange seed.
- Orange and orange blossoms are a symbol of love.
- Orange tree is usually propagated by grafting.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
Brazil
Other Countries
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
China, Egypt, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Germany
Germany
Top Exporter
Russia
Spain
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes rubrum
Citrus sinensis
Synonym
Not Available
Citrus aurantium L. var. dulcis
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. × sinensis
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Red Currant and Orange
We might think that Red Currant and Orange are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Red Currant and Orange Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Red Currant and Orange is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Red Currant and Orange with peel is 56.00 kcal and 63.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 47.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Red Currant and Orange 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 Orange is Saxifragales and Sapindales respectively. Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Orange belongs to Rutaceae family. Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species and Orange belongs to Citrus genus of C. × sinensis species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
