Blueberry and Damson
Benefits
Health Benefits
Anti depressant, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Increases metabolic rate, Prevents constipation
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, 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
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, 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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
14.49 g
29
11.42 g
99+
Fiber
2.40 g
24
1.40 g
32
Sugar
9.96 g
21
9.92 g
22
Protein
0.74 g
39
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.05
22
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg
32
17.00 mcg
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
27
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
22
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
34
0.42 mg
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.12 mg
99+
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.05 mg
35
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
6.00 mcg
29
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.70 mg
99+
9.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.57 mg
17
0.26 mg
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
19.30 mcg
4
6.40 mcg
12
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
80.00 mcg
17
73.00 mcg
19
Choline
6.00 mg
20
1.90 mg
31
Fat
0.33 g
25
0.28 g
29
Minerals
Potassium
77.00 mg
99+
157.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.28 mg
37
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
1.00 mg
20
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
6.00 mg
29
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.16 mg
17
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
12.00 mg
34
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.34 mg
13
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
0.06 mg
39
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
58.00 mg
13
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
88.00 mg
22
44.00 mg
36
Sterol
Phytosterol
26.40 mg
5
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
84.21 g
39
87.02 g
26
Ash
0.24 g
40
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
57.00 kcal
19
46.00 kcal
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
51.00 kcal
14
49.00 kcal
16
Calories in Dried Form
325.00 kcal
13
240.00 kcal
34
Calories in Canned Form
88.00 kcal
9
63.00 kcal
17
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
50.00 kcal
30
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
250.00 kcal
19
220.00 kcal
24
Calories in Pie
245.00 kcal
36
294.00 kcal
20
Characteristics
Type
Berry
Tree fruit
Season
Summer
Summer
Varieties
Pink Lemonade, Bluecrop, Bluejay, Blueray, Bonus, Duke, Elliott, Jersey, Nelson, Northland, Patriot, Sierra, Spartan, Northcountry, Northsky and Premier and Climax
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Blue, Indigo
Dark purple
Inside Color
Greyish-white
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Juicy
Grainy
Taste
Sweet
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
North America
Syria
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Porous, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
4.5-5.5
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- National blueberry month is July as blueberries are harvested in July.
- They are the official berries of Nova Scotia, Canada.
- Blueberries are used as natural food color and can protect you from memory loss.
- 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
United States of America
United Kingdom
Other Countries
Canada, Germany, Netherlands, Poland
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
Chile
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Vaccinium myrtillus
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
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Ericales
Rosales
Family
Ericaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Vaccinium
Prunus
Species
V. myrtillus
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Heath
Not Available
Difference Between Blueberry and Damson
We might think that Blueberry and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Blueberry and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Blueberry and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Blueberry and Damson with peel is 57.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Blueberry 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 Blueberry and Damson is Ericales and Rosales respectively. Blueberry belongs to Ericaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Blueberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of V. myrtillus species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
