Apricot and Damson
Benefits
Health Benefits
Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Heart care, Maintains hormonal balance, Regulation of heart rate, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Flu treatment, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Softening mask, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Dizziness, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting
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 consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal.
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
11.00 g
99+
11.42 g
99+
Fiber
2.00 g
26
1.40 g
32
Sugar
9.00 g
28
9.92 g
22
Protein
1.40 g
16
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.13
13
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
96.00 mcg
6
17.00 mcg
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
31
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.60 mg
25
0.42 mg
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.24 mg
22
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
33
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
9.00 mcg
26
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
10.00 mg
99+
9.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.89 mg
11
0.26 mg
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
3.30 mcg
20
6.40 mcg
12
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
89.00 mcg
15
73.00 mcg
19
Choline
2.80 mg
29
1.90 mg
31
Fat
0.40 g
21
0.28 g
29
Minerals
Potassium
259.00 mg
26
157.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.40 mg
29
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
13.00 mg
28
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
10.00 mg
25
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.20 mg
14
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
23.00 mg
22
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.08 mg
36
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
0.08 mg
30
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
77.00 mg
26
44.00 mg
36
Sterol
Phytosterol
18.00 mg
6
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
86.35 g
31
87.02 g
26
Ash
0.75 g
15
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
48.00 kcal
25
46.00 kcal
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
49.00 kcal
16
Calories in Dried Form
241.00 kcal
33
240.00 kcal
34
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal
17
63.00 kcal
17
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
58.00 kcal
23
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
200.00 kcal
26
220.00 kcal
24
Calories in Pie
265.00 kcal
31
294.00 kcal
20
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Tree fruit
Season
Summer
Summer
Varieties
Gold Cot, Tilton, Wenatchee, Goldbar, Gold Kist, Tomcot, Harcot, Brittany Gold, Harglow, Hunza, Moorpark, Patterson and Royal Rosa
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Orange, Yellowish-orange
Dark purple
Inside Color
Yellow
Yellow
Shape
Oval
Oval
Texture
Fleshy
Grainy
Taste
Smooth, Sweet
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
China
Syria
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6.5-8
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Dry, Hot
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- 9 Jan is considered as the National Apricot Day.
- Apricots have been around for more than 4000 yrs.
- In latin, the meaning of apricot is 'precious'.
- 95% of apricots in the US are produced by California.
- The name Damson originates from the original name 'Damacus plum'.
- Damson wine was very popular in 19th century.
- This fruit is often used in jams due to its slightly tart behaviour.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Turkey
United Kingdom
Other Countries
Algeria, Egypt, France, Iran, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Spain, Uzbekistan
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
France
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus armeniaca
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
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
Rosales
Rosales
Family
Rosaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Prunus
Prunus
Species
P. armeniaca
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Rose
Not Available
Difference Between Apricot and Damson
We might think that Apricot and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Apricot and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Apricot and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Apricot and Damson with peel is 48.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Apricot and Damson 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 Apricot and Damson is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Apricot belongs to Rosaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Apricot belongs to Prunus genus of P. armeniaca species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
