Damson and Coconut
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Acidity treatment, Acts as natural antibiotic, Anti-oxidant properties, Aphonia treatment
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
Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Boosts immune system, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Skin revitalization, Treatment of skin diseases
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth, Rejuvenates scalp, Shiny hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Runny nose, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Indigestion, Weight gain
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)
Along with meal, Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
11.42 g
99+
24.23 g
8
Fiber
1.40 g
32
9.00 g
2
Sugar
9.92 g
22
6.23 g
99+
Protein
0.70 g
99+
3.33 g
2
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
0.22
6
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
17.00 mcg
22
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
33
0.07 mg
14
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
35
0.54 mg
29
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
99+
1.01 mg
2
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.05 mg
36
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg
30
20.80 mcg
14
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.50 mg
99+
3.30 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.26 mg
26
0.24 mg
27
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.40 mcg
12
0.20 mcg
34
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
73.00 mcg
19
0.00 mcg
36
Choline
1.90 mg
31
12.10 mg
4
Fat
0.28 g
29
33.49 g
1
Minerals
Potassium
157.00 mg
99+
356.00 mg
12
Iron
0.17 mg
99+
2.43 mg
4
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
20.00 mg
5
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
14.00 mg
27
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
32.00 mg
4
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
1.10 mg
2
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
113.00 mg
1
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
1.50 mg
2
Copper
0.06 mg
39
0.44 mg
3
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
10.10 mcg
2
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
44.00 mg
36
366.00 mg
4
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.00 mg
12
37.60 mg
2
Water Content
87.02 g
26
47.00 g
99+
Ash
0.40 g
33
0.97 g
8
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal
27
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
354.00 kcal
1
Calories in Frozen Form
49.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
240.00 kcal
34
660.00 kcal
3
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal
17
443.00 kcal
1
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal
24
250.00 kcal
19
Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal
20
298.00 kcal
19
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Tree fruit, Tropical
Season
Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Tall Varieties- West Coast Tall, Laccadiv Micro, Andaman Ordinary, Fiji, Kappadam, San Ramon, Philippines, Spicate, and Pratap. Dwarf Varieties- Chowghat Orange Dwarf (COD) and Chowghat Green Dwarf (CGD)
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Dark purple
Brown, Green
Inside Color
Yellow
White
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Grainy
Crispy
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Juicy, Sweetish
Origin
Syria
America, India
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Sand
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
3.5-8.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Hot, Humid
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.
- Burning coconut's husk helps repel mosquitoes.
- Surveys say that falling coconut kills hundreds every year.
- Coconut water is used as a substitute Blood Plasma & is called "father of modern tissue culture science".
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
United Kingdom
Indonesia
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Brazil, India, Philippines, Sri Lanka
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
France
Philippines
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Cocos nucifera
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Liliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Arecidae
Order
Rosales
Arecales
Family
Rosaceae
Arecaceae
Genus
Prunus
Cocos
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
C. nucifera
Generic Group
Not Available
Arecaceae
Difference Between Damson and Coconut
We might think that Damson and Coconut are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Coconut Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Coconut is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Coconut with peel is 46.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 354.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Coconut belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Damson and Coconut is Rosales and Arecales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Coconut belongs to Arecaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Coconut belongs to Cocos genus of C. nucifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
