Damson

Bilberry

Damson and Bilberry

Damson

Bilberry

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

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

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Improves night vision, Improves stomach health, Prevents diabetes, Prevents high blood pressure, Reduces blood circulation problems

1.1.1 General Benefits

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

Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Prevents blood clotting in vessels, Treatment of urinary tract infections

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Anti-aging benefits, Nourishes skin, Protects against skin damage

1.3 Hair Benefits

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

Prevents hair loss

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Not Available

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Decrease in blood sugar levels, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Headache, Internal bleeding, Stomach pain

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

As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)

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., Morning time (before lunch)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

11.42 g11.50 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

1.40 g2.80 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

9.92 g0.00 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.70 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.06

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg1.08 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.58 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.16 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.06 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg6.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg44.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.00 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg4.00 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

1.90 mg0.00 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.28 g0.50 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

157.00 mg103.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.17 mg0.80 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

2.00 mg3.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

6.00 mg15.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

7.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

16.00 mg9.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.05 mg3.30 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.06 mg0.11 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mgNA

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

44.00 mgNA

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

7.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

87.02 g0.20 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.40 g87.10 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal44.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcalNA

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcalNA

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcalNA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal75.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal164.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal293.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit

Berry

4.2 Season

Summer

4.3 Varieties

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

Dwarf bilberry, Piper, bog blueberry, Northern bilberry, Mountain bilberry and Oval-leaved bilberry

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Dark purple

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

Light Green

4.7 Shape

Oval

Round

4.8 Texture

Grainy

Juicy

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Sweet

4.10 Origin

Syria

Unknown

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

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

Moist, Well-aerated

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.5-6.54.5-5.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Cold

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

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.

Bilberries are used in manufacturing of alcoholic drinks.
They are used to improve aromas of sorbets.
The green extract of it's leaves is used in textile industry as natural dye.

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

United Kingdom

Japan

5.3.2 Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

France

Chile

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Vaccinium myrtillus

6.2 Synonym

Not Available

blaeberry, whinberry, European blueberry, whortleberry

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

Rosidae

Dillenhidae

7.7 Order

Rosales

Ericales

7.8 Family

Rosaceae

Ericaceae

7.9 Genus

Prunus

Vaccinium

7.10 Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Vaccinium myrtillus

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

Heath

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Difference Between Damson and Bilberry

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Bilberry with peel is 46.00 kcal and 44.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Bilberry 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 Damson and Bilberry is Rosales and Ericales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Bilberry belongs to Ericaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Bilberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium myrtillus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.