Red Currants (Ribes rubrum) are small bright red berries with a juicy pulp.
Health Benefits of Red Currants:
- Increased Immune Function
- Reduced Risk of Colon Cancer
- Protection Against Heart Disease
- Alleviation of Cardiovascular Disease
- Alleviation of Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Osteoporosis Protection
- Stroke Prevention
- Antioxidant Protection
- Prevention of Epileptic Seizures
- Prevention of Alopecia (Spot Baldness)
How to choose Red Currants: Look for vibrantly colored currants with no signs of wilting.
How to store Red Currants: Store in a box in the fridge. They will keep for 6-10 days.
Climate and origin: Red currants originated in Europe and grow in cold tropical climates.
Taste: Red currants have a very tart and sour flavor.
Miscellaneous information: Red currants are unrelated to the dried zante currants commonly seen in stores. Zante currants are in fact grapes, while red currants are a different fruit entirely.
