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Red Currant and Pumpkin


Pumpkin and Red Currant


Benefits

Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism   
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, 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 respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, Strengthens bones   

Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne   
Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation   

Hair Benefits
Protects hair   
Regulates hair growth   

Allergy
  
  

Allergy Symptoms
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties   
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing   

Side Effects
Possibly unsafe during pregnancy   
Kidney and gallbladder diseases   

Recommeded for
  
  

Pregnant Women
Yes   
Yes   

Lactating Women
Yes   
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)   
Along with meal, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)   

Nutrition

Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   

Carbs
13.80 g   
34
6.50 g   
99+

Fiber
4.30 g   
13
0.50 g   
40

Sugar
7.37 g   
40
2.76 g   
99+

Protein
1.40 g   
16
1.00 g   
25

Protein to Carb Ratio
0.10   
15
0.15   
11

Vitamins
  
  

Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg   
33
426.00 mcg   
1

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg   
24
0.05 mg   
21

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg   
20
0.11 mg   
8

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg   
99+
0.60 mg   
25

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.06 mg   
99+
0.30 mg   
13

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg   
24
0.06 mg   
28

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg   
27
16.00 mcg   
19

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
41.00 mg   
20
9.00 mg   
99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg   
37
0.44 mg   
20

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
11.00 mcg   
8
1.10 mcg   
29

Lycopene
0.00 mcg   
9
0.00 mcg   
9

Lutein+Zeaxanthin
47.00 mcg   
22
0.00 mcg   
36

Choline
7.60 mg   
13
0.00 mg   
32

Fat
0.20 g   
33
0.10 g   
99+

Minerals
  
  

Potassium
275.00 mg   
22
340.00 mg   
14

Iron
1.00 mg   
13
0.80 mg   
16

Sodium
1.00 mg   
20
1.00 mg   
20

Calcium
33.00 mg   
13
21.00 mg   
21

Magnesium
13.00 mg   
22
12.00 mg   
23

Zinc
0.23 mg   
12
0.32 mg   
8

Phosphorus
44.00 mg   
7
44.00 mg   
7

Manganese
0.19 mg   
20
0.13 mg   
26

Copper
0.11 mg   
20
0.00 mg   
99+

Selenium
0.60 mcg   
10
0.00 mcg   
17

Fatty Acids
  
  

Omega 3s
35.00 mg   
20
82.22 mg   
10

Omega 6s
53.00 mg   
31
49.00 mg   
33

Sterol
  
  

Phytosterol
Not Available   
0.00 mg   
16

Water Content
83.95 g   
99+
94.20 g   
3

Ash
0.66 g   
17
1.40 g   
5

Calories

Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
56.00 kcal   
20
26.00 kcal   
38

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   
34.00 kcal   
24

Calories in Foods
  
  

Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal   
17
46.00 kcal   
32

Calories in Jam
165.00 kcal   
31
130.00 kcal   
35

Calories in Pie
260.00 kcal   
32
244.00 kcal   
37

Characteristics

Type
Berry   
Berry   

Season
Summer   
All seasons   

Varieties
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets   
Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady   

Seedless Variety
No   
Yes   

Color
Red   
Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White   

Inside Color
Red   
Creamy Yellow   

Shape
Round   
Round   

Texture
Juicy   
Fibrous   

Taste
Sour, Tart   
Creamy, Soft, Sweet   

Origin
Europe   
Mexico   

Grows on
Trees   
Vines   

Cultivation
  
  

Soil Type
Moist, Well-drained   
Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained   

Soil pH
6-7   
5.5-7.5   

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.
  
  • The name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
  • The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
  • Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.
  

In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  

Wine
Yes   
No   

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   
Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America   

Top Importer
Germany   
United States of America   

Top Exporter
Russia   
China   

Scientific Name

Botanical Name
Ribes rubrum   
Cucurbita maxima   

Synonym
Not Available   
Cucurbita pepo, Squash   

Classification

Domain
Eukarya   
Eukarya   

Kingdom
Plantae   
Plantae   

Subkingdom
Tracheobionta   
Tracheobionta   

Division
Magnoliophyta   
Magnoliophyta   

Class
Magnoliopsida   
Magnoliopsida   

Subclass
Rosidae   
Dillenhidae   

Order
Saxifragales   
Cucurbitales   

Family
Grossulariaceae   
Cucurbitaceae   

Genus
Ribes   
Cucurbita   

Species
R. rubrum   
Cucurbita mixta   

Generic Group
Saxifrage   
Not Available   

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Difference Between Red Currant and Pumpkin

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Red Currant and Pumpkin with peel is 56.00 kcal and 26.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Red Currant and Pumpkin 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 Pumpkin is Saxifragales and Cucurbitales respectively. Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species and Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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