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Avocado and Damson

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Natural detoxification, Osteoporosis prevention, Protection from chronic disease

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure

1.1.1 General Benefits

Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Flu treatment, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold

1.2 Skin Benefits

Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin cleansing, Treatment of dark spots

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots

1.3 Hair Benefits

Acts as moisturizer, Good conditioner, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Remedy for split ends, Shiny hair, Softening mask

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation, Itching, Latex Allergy, Nasal congestion, Skin Rashes, Swallowing difficulties, Swelling, Upset stomach, Vomiting, Wheezing

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Hypersensitivity, Weight gain

Allergic reaction

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, 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)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

1.00 g11.42 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

6.70 g1.40 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

0.70 g9.92 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

2.00 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.240.06

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

7.00 mcg17.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.10 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.10 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.70 mg0.42 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

1.40 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.30 mg0.03 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

81.00 mcg5.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

10.00 mg9.50 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

2.10 mg0.26 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

21.00 mcg6.40 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

271.00 mcg73.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

14.20 mg1.90 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

14.70 g0.28 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

485.00 mg157.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.50 mg0.17 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

7.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

12.00 mg6.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

29.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.60 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

52.00 mg16.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.10 mg0.05 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.20 mg0.06 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.40 mcg0.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

236.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

1,689.00 mg44.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

87.00 mg7.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

73.20 g87.02 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

1.60 g0.40 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

160.00 kcal46.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

172.40 kcal49.00 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

686.40 kcal240.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NA63.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

306.00 kcal70.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

222.00 kcal220.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

288.00 kcal294.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Berry, Tree fruit, Tropical

Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Summer

4.3 Varieties

Bacon, Fuerte, Gwen, Hass, Lamb Hass, Pinkerton, Reed and Zutano

Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Dark green

Dark purple

4.6 Inside Color

White

Yellow

4.7 Shape

Oval

4.8 Texture

Juicy

Grainy

4.9 Taste

Buttery

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

4.10 Origin

Mexico, Central America

Syria

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Decomposed Granite, Limestone, Sandy loam, Well-aerated

Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

6-6.55.5-6.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Humid, Without frosts

Cold

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

The oldest living avocado tree is found in University of California and was planted in 1879.
Avocados can be swapped for butter in Baked Goods Recipes.
Avocado ripens more quickly with a banana or an apple around.

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.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

Mexico

United Kingdom

5.3.2 Other Countries

Chile, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Rwanda, United States of America

Ireland, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Mexico

France

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Persea Americana

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

6.2 Synonym

Persea Gratissima

Not Available

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Magnollidae

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Laurales

Rosales

7.8 Family

Lauraceae

Rosaceae

7.9 Genus

Persea

Prunus

7.10 Species

P. Americana

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

7.11 Generic Group

Laurel

Not Available

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Difference Between Avocado and Damson

We might think that Avocado and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Avocado and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Avocado and Damson is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Avocado and Damson with peel is 160.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Avocado and Damson belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Avocado and Damson is Laurales and Rosales respectively. Avocado belongs to Lauraceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Avocado belongs to Persea genus of P. Americana species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.