Damson and Cranberry
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Kidney stone treatment, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention
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, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Strengthens bones
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Nausea, Stomach pain, Vomiting
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)
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
11.42 g
99+
12.20 g
39
Fiber
1.40 g
32
4.60 g
12
Sugar
9.92 g
22
4.04 g
99+
Protein
0.70 g
99+
0.39 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
17.00 mcg
22
3.00 mcg
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
33
0.01 mg
99+
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
35
0.10 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
99+
0.30 mg
14
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.06 mg
30
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg
30
1.00 mcg
34
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.50 mg
99+
13.30 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.26 mg
26
1.20 mg
7
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.40 mcg
12
5.10 mcg
14
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
73.00 mcg
19
91.00 mcg
14
Choline
1.90 mg
31
5.50 mg
23
Fat
0.28 g
29
0.13 g
40
Minerals
Potassium
157.00 mg
99+
85.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.17 mg
99+
0.25 mg
40
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
8.00 mg
37
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
6.00 mg
29
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
13.00 mg
33
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.36 mg
11
Copper
0.06 mg
39
0.06 mg
36
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
22.00 mg
24
Omega 6s
44.00 mg
36
33.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.00 mg
12
Not Available
Water Content
87.02 g
26
87.13 g
25
Ash
0.40 g
33
0.20 g
99+
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
49.00 kcal
16
42.00 kcal
21
Calories in Dried Form
240.00 kcal
34
308.00 kcal
16
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal
17
151.00 kcal
2
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
54.00 kcal
26
Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal
24
150.00 kcal
33
Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal
20
164.00 kcal
99+
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Berry
Season
Summer
Autumn
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Early Black, Howes, Ben Lear and Stevens
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Dark purple
Red
Inside Color
Yellow
White
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Grainy
Juicy
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Bitter, Tart
Origin
Syria
North America
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Sandy, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
4.5-5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Warm
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.
- 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.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
United Kingdom
United States of America
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Azerbaijan, Belarus, Bulgaria, Canada, Latvia, Macedonia, NA, Romania, Tunisia, Ukraine
Top Importer
United States of America
Europe
Top Exporter
France
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Vaccinium Macrocarpon
Synonym
Not Available
Oxycoccus macrocarpus
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 macrocarpon
Generic Group
Not Available
Heath
Difference Between Damson and Cranberry
We might think that Damson and Cranberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Cranberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Cranberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Cranberry 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, Damson and Cranberry 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 Cranberry is Rosales and Ericales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Cranberry belongs to Ericaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Cranberry belongs to Vaccinium genus of Vaccinium macrocarpon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
