Black and red currants are popular types of berries among Russians.
They differ greatly both in appearance and in taste.
Let's figure out which type of currant is considered more useful.
Benefits of black currant
Let's start with the fact that not only the fruits, but also the leaves are used as food.
Blackcurrant berries contain vitamin C, the concentration of which is second only to rose hips.
At the same time, the leaves of the plant are no less useful. They are used to brew tea, which has an antipyretic, disinfectant, tonic, and diuretic effect.
Benefits of red currant
As for red berries, they also contain vitamin C, but in smaller quantities than black currants. The berries contain organic acids, and they also contain less sugar.
The leaves and buds of this plant are not eaten.
Thus, both berries are beneficial for the body, so both red and black currants can be added to your diet, provided that you are not allergic to berries.
