Red Currant and Strawberry
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of rheumatism
Anti depressant, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Improves stomach health, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Strengthens bones
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Skin cleansing, Treatment of acne, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Protects hair
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Shiny hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abnormally rapid heart rate, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Hives, Itching, Swallowing difficulties
Chest pains, Eczema, Hives inside the cheeks, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Allergic reaction
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, 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
7.68 g
99+
Fiber
4.30 g
13
2.00 g
26
Sugar
7.37 g
40
4.89 g
99+
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.67 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.10
15
0.09
16
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
1.00 mcg
36
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
24
0.02 mg
35
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
20
0.02 mg
36
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg
99+
0.39 mg
37
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.06 mg
99+
0.13 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.07 mg
24
0.05 mg
38
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
8.00 mcg
27
24.00 mcg
10
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
41.00 mg
20
58.80 mg
13
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.10 mg
37
0.29 mg
24
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
11.00 mcg
8
2.20 mcg
26
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
47.00 mcg
22
26.00 mcg
27
Choline
7.60 mg
13
5.70 mg
21
Fat
0.20 g
33
0.30 g
28
Minerals
Potassium
275.00 mg
22
153.00 mg
99+
Iron
1.00 mg
13
0.41 mg
28
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
33.00 mg
13
16.00 mg
25
Magnesium
13.00 mg
22
13.00 mg
22
Zinc
0.23 mg
12
0.14 mg
19
Phosphorus
44.00 mg
7
24.00 mg
21
Manganese
0.19 mg
20
0.39 mg
10
Copper
0.11 mg
20
0.05 mg
99+
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.40 mcg
13
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
35.00 mg
20
65.00 mg
12
Omega 6s
53.00 mg
31
90.00 mg
21
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
12.00 mg
7
Water Content
83.95 g
99+
90.95 g
8
Ash
0.66 g
17
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
56.00 kcal
20
33.00 kcal
35
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
35.00 kcal
25
Calories in Dried Form
308.00 kcal
16
375.00 kcal
7
Calories in Canned Form
Not Available
92.00 kcal
7
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
Not Available
Calories in Jam
165.00 kcal
31
Not Available
Calories in Pie
260.00 kcal
32
Not Available
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Berry
Season
Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Rovada, Stanza, Red Lake, Junifer and Jonkheer van Tets
Allstar, Annapolis, Cavendish, Chandler, Earliglow, Flavorfest, Honeoye, Jewel, Northeaster, San Andreas, Seascape, Tribute and Tristar
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Red
Bright red
Inside Color
Red
Pink
Shape
Round
Conical
Texture
Juicy
Juicy
Taste
Sour, Tart
Sour-Sweet
Origin
Europe
Europe
Grows on
Trees
Bushes
Cultivation
Soil Type
Moist, Well-drained
Loam
Soil pH
6-7
6-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Cold
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.
- Strawberry is the only fruit with seeds on its covering.
- Belgium has a museum dedicated to strawberries.
- Americans eat almost 3.4 pounds of fresh strawberries each year.
- They are believed to be an aphrodisiac.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Russia
United States of America
Other Countries
Belgium, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom
Egypt, Mexico, Russia, Spain, Turkey
Top Importer
Germany
Canada
Top Exporter
Russia
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Ribes rubrum
Fragaria Ananassa
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Saxifragales
Rosales
Family
Grossulariaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Ribes
Fragaria
Species
R. rubrum
F. ananassa
Generic Group
Saxifrage
Rose
Difference Between Red Currant and Strawberry
We might think that Red Currant and Strawberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Red Currant and Strawberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Red Currant and Strawberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Red Currant and Strawberry with peel is 56.00 kcal and 33.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Red Currant and Strawberry 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 Strawberry is Saxifragales and Rosales respectively. Red Currant belongs to Grossulariaceae family and Strawberry belongs to Rosaceae family. Red Currant belongs to Ribes genus of R. rubrum species and Strawberry belongs to Fragaria genus of F. ananassa species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
