Red Currant and Watermelon
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting
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)
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., Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.80 g
34
7.55 g
99+
Fiber
4.30 g
13
0.40 g
99+
Sugar
7.37 g
40
6.20 g
99+
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.61 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.10
15
0.08
18
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
28.00 mcg
18
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
24
0.03 mg
29
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.02 mg
37
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.18 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.06 mg
99+
0.22 mg
26
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
24
0.05 mg
40
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
41.00 mg
20
8.10 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg
37
0.05 mg
39
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
11.00 mcg
8
0.10 mcg
35
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
4,532.00 mcg
2
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
47.00 mcg
22
8.00 mcg
33
Choline
7.60 mg
13
4.10 mg
27
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.15 g
38
Minerals
Potassium
275.00 mg
22
112.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.00 mg
13
0.24 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
33.00 mg
13
7.00 mg
38
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
10.00 mg
25
Zinc
0.23 mg
12
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
44.00 mg
7
11.00 mg
35
Manganese
0.19 mg
20
0.04 mg
99+
Copper
0.11 mg
20
0.04 mg
99+
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
35.00 mg
20
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
53.00 mg
31
50.00 mg
32
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
2.00 mg
15
Water Content
83.95 g
99+
91.45 g
6
Ash
0.66 g
17
0.25 g
39
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
56.00 kcal
20
Not Available
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
340.00 kcal
12
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
30.00 kcal
38
Calories in Jam
165.00 kcal
31
252.00 kcal
18
Calories in Pie
260.00 kcal
32
150.00 kcal
99+
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Berry, Melon
Season
Summer
Summer
Varieties
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Sugar Baby, Sangria, Golden Midget, Starlight, Jubilee, Starbrite, Extazy, Stars 'n' Stripes, Mickylee, Yellow Baby, Yellow Doll, Little Baby Flower, Sweet Favorite and Cream of Saskatchewan
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Red
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White
Inside Color
Red
Red
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Juicy
Crispy
Taste
Sour, Tart
Sweet
Origin
Europe
Southern Africa
Grows on
Trees
Vines
Cultivation
Soil Type
Moist, Well-drained
Sandy, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-7
6-6.8
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Dry, 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.
- Watermelon contain 91% of water.
- In Japan & Chine, watermelon is a popular gift to bring a host.
- Entire watermelon is edible, even the rinds & seeds.
- There are more than 1200 varieties grown in the world.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
China
Other Countries
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
Germany
Germany
Top Exporter
Russia
China
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes rubrum
Citrullus Lanatus
Synonym
Not Available
Citrullus vulgaris
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
Citrullus
Species
R. rubrum
C. lanatus
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Gourd
Difference Between Red Currant and Watermelon
We might think that Red Currant and Watermelon are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Red Currant and Watermelon Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Red Currant and Watermelon is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Red Currant and Watermelon with peel is 56.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Red Currant and Watermelon 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 Watermelon is Saxifragales and Cucurbitales respectively. Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species and Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
