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Cranberry and Damson

Cranberry
Damson
Damson and Cranberry


Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention   
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure   
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, 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, Treatment of acne   
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots   
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Treatment of dandruff   
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff   
Allergy
  
  
Allergy Symptoms
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips   
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting   
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Stomach pain, Vomiting   
Allergic reaction   
Recommeded for
  
  
Pregnant Women
Yes   
Yes   
Lactating Women
Yes   
No   
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed   
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
12.20 g   
39
11.42 g   
99+
Fiber
4.60 g   
12
1.40 g   
32
Sugar
4.04 g   
99+
9.92 g   
22
Protein
0.39 g   
99+
0.70 g   
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03   
25
0.06   
21
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin A (Retinol)
3.00 mcg   
32
17.00 mcg   
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.01 mg   
99+
0.03 mg   
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg   
38
0.03 mg   
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.10 mg   
99+
0.42 mg   
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.30 mg   
14
0.14 mg   
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg   
30
0.03 mg   
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
1.00 mcg   
34
5.00 mcg   
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
13.30 mg   
99+
9.50 mg   
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.20 mg   
7
0.26 mg   
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
5.10 mcg   
14
6.40 mcg   
12
Lycopene
0.00 mcg   
9
0.00 mcg   
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
91.00 mcg   
14
73.00 mcg   
19
Choline
5.50 mg   
23
1.90 mg   
31
Fat
0.13 g   
40
0.28 g   
29
Minerals
  
  
Potassium
85.00 mg   
99+
157.00 mg   
99+
Iron
0.25 mg   
40
0.17 mg   
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg   
18
2.00 mg   
18
Calcium
8.00 mg   
37
6.00 mg   
39
Magnesium
6.00 mg   
29
7.00 mg   
28
Zinc
0.10 mg   
23
0.10 mg   
23
Phosphorus
13.00 mg   
33
16.00 mg   
29
Manganese
0.36 mg   
11
0.05 mg   
99+
Copper
0.06 mg   
36
0.06 mg   
39
Selenium
0.10 mcg   
16
0.00 mcg   
17
Fatty Acids
  
  
Omega 3s
22.00 mg   
24
0.00 mg   
38
Omega 6s
33.00 mg   
99+
44.00 mg   
36
Sterol
  
  
Phytosterol
Not Available   
7.00 mg   
12
Water Content
87.13 g   
25
87.02 g   
26
Ash
0.20 g   
99+
0.40 g   
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal   
27
46.00 kcal   
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available   
Not Available   
Calories in Frozen Form
42.00 kcal   
21
49.00 kcal   
16
Calories in Dried Form
308.00 kcal   
16
240.00 kcal   
34
Calories in Canned Form
151.00 kcal   
2
63.00 kcal   
17
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Juice
54.00 kcal   
26
70.00 kcal   
17
Calories in Jam
150.00 kcal   
33
220.00 kcal   
24
Calories in Pie
164.00 kcal   
99+
294.00 kcal   
20
Characteristics
Type
Berry   
Tree fruit   
Season
Autumn   
Summer   
Varieties
Early Black, Howes, Ben Lear and Stevens   
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace   
Seedless Variety
No   
No   
Color
Red   
Dark purple   
Inside Color
White   
Yellow   
Shape
Round   
Oval   
Texture
Juicy   
Grainy   
Taste
Bitter, Tart   
Juicy, Sweet, Tart   
Origin
North America   
Syria   
Grows on
Trees   
Trees   
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Clay, Sandy, Well-drained   
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained   
Soil pH
4.5-5   
5.5-6.5   
Climatic Conditions
Warm   
Cold   
Facts
Facts about
  • Europeans thought the cranberry blossom looked like the head of a sandhill crane, hence the name Cranberry.
  • They are also known as bounce berries as they bounce when they ripe.
  • Cranberries do not grow in water.
  
  • 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
Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Canada, Latvia, Macedonia, NA, Romania, Tunisia, Ukraine   
Ireland, United States of America   
Top Importer
Europe   
United States of America   
Top Exporter
United States of America   
France   
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Vaccinium Macrocarpon   
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia   
Synonym
Oxycoccus macrocarpus   
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
Vaccinium macrocarpon   
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia   
Generic Group
Heath   
Not Available   
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Difference Between Cranberry and Damson

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Cranberry and Damson with peel is 46.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Cranberry 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 Cranberry and Damson is Ericales and Rosales respectively. Cranberry belongs to Ericaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Cranberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium macrocarpon species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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