Red Currant and Raisin

Red Currant

Raisin

Benefits

Health Benefits

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

Acidity treatment, Cancer prevention, Good for diabetics, Prevents constipation, Prevents Anaemia

General Benefits

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

Boosts immune system, Cures fever, Eye care, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones

Skin Benefits

Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation

Hair Benefits

Protects hair

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

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

Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Drop in blood pressure, Hives, Skin rash, Stuffy nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing

Side Effects

Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

Allergic reaction

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

Yes

Not Available

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)

Any time except an hour after meal

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

13.80 g

79.18 g

Fiber

4.30 g

3.70 g

Sugar

7.37 g

59.19 g

Protein

1.40 g

3.07 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.10

0.04

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

2.00 mcg

0.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.04 mg

0.11 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.05 mg

0.13 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.10 mg

99+

0.77 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.06 mg

99+

0.10 mg

99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.07 mg

0.17 mg

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

8.00 mcg

5.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

41.00 mg

2.30 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.10 mg

0.12 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

11.00 mcg

3.50 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

47.00 mcg

0.00 mcg

Choline

7.60 mg

11.10 mg

Fat

0.20 g

0.46 g

Minerals

Potassium

275.00 mg

749.00 mg

Iron

1.00 mg

1.88 mg

Sodium

1.00 mg

11.00 mg

Calcium

33.00 mg

50.00 mg

Magnesium

13.00 mg

32.00 mg

Zinc

0.23 mg

0.22 mg

Phosphorus

44.00 mg

101.00 mg

Manganese

0.19 mg

0.30 mg

Copper

0.11 mg

0.32 mg

Selenium

0.60 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

35.00 mg

8.00 mg

Omega 6s

53.00 mg

29.00 mg

99+

Sterol

Water Content

83.95 g

99+

15.43 g

99+

Ash

0.66 g

1.85 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

56.00 kcal

299.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

308.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Canned Form

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal

154.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

165.00 kcal

255.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

260.00 kcal

251.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Berry

Season

Summer

All seasons

Varieties

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

Dark raisins, White or golden raisins, Sultanas and Currants

Seedless Variety

Not Available

Color

Red

Black, Blue, Green, Purple, Yellow

Inside Color

Red

Brown

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Juicy

Fleshy

Taste

Sour, Tart

Sweet

Origin

Europe

Central Europe, Western Asia

Grows on

Trees

Not Available

Cultivation

Soil Type

Moist, Well-drained

Clay loam, Sandy loam

Soil pH

6-7

5.5-7

Climatic Conditions

Cold

Warm

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.

30th April is known as National Raisin Day.
Fresno, California is known as raisin capital of the world.
Half of world's raisin supply is produced in California.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

Russia

United States of America

Other Countries

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

Afghanistan, Argentina, Australia, Chile, China, Iran, South Africa, Turkey, Uzbekistan

Top Importer

Germany

Europe

Top Exporter

Russia

Turkey

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Ribes rubrum

Vitis Vinifera

Synonym

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Not Available

Order

Saxifragales

Vitales

Family

Grossulariaceae

Vitaceae

Genus

Ribes

Vitis

Species

R. rubrum

Vitis vinifera

Generic Group

Saxifrage

Grape

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Difference Between Red Currant and Raisin

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Red Currant and Raisin with peel is 56.00 kcal and 299.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Red Currant and Raisin 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 Raisin is Saxifragales and Vitales respectively. Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Raisin belongs to Vitaceae family. Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species and Raisin belongs to Vitis genus of Vitis vinifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.