Damson and Bilberry
Benefits
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
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
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
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Not Available
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Decrease in blood sugar levels, Diarrhoea, Dizziness, Headache, Internal bleeding, Stomach pain
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
Yes
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)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
11.42 g
99+
11.50 g
99+
Fiber
1.40 g
32
2.80 g
22
Sugar
9.92 g
22
0.00 g
99+
Protein
0.70 g
99+
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
17.00 mcg
22
1.08 mcg
35
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
33
0.03 mg
31
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.03 mg
30
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
35
0.58 mg
28
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
99+
0.16 mg
38
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.06 mg
29
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg
30
6.00 mcg
29
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.50 mg
99+
44.00 mg
18
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.26 mg
26
0.00 mg
99+
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.40 mcg
12
4.00 mcg
18
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
73.00 mcg
19
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
1.90 mg
31
0.00 mg
32
Fat
0.28 g
29
0.50 g
18
Minerals
Potassium
157.00 mg
99+
103.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.17 mg
99+
0.80 mg
16
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
3.00 mg
17
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
15.00 mg
26
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
9.00 mg
39
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
3.30 mg
1
Copper
0.06 mg
39
0.11 mg
19
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
Not Available
Omega 6s
44.00 mg
36
Not Available
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.00 mg
12
Not Available
Water Content
87.02 g
26
0.20 g
99+
Ash
0.40 g
33
87.10 g
1
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal
27
44.00 kcal
29
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
49.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
240.00 kcal
34
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal
17
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
75.00 kcal
14
Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal
24
164.00 kcal
32
Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal
20
293.00 kcal
21
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Berry
Season
Summer
Summer
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
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Dark purple
Dark purple
Inside Color
Yellow
Light Green
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Grainy
Juicy
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Sweet
Origin
Syria
Unknown
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Moist, Well-aerated
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
4.5-5.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Cold
Facts
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.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
United Kingdom
Japan
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
France
Chile
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Vaccinium myrtillus
Synonym
Not Available
blaeberry, whinberry, European blueberry, whortleberry
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Dillenhidae
Order
Rosales
Ericales
Family
Rosaceae
Ericaceae
Genus
Prunus
Vaccinium
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Vaccinium myrtillus
Generic Group
Not Available
Heath
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.
