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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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