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, Diarrhea treatment, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves muscular strength, Prevents constipation, Prevents nerve damage, Strengthening of bones
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
Boosts immune system, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones
1.2 Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of skin diseases
1.3 Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth
1.4 Allergy
1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes
1.5 Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Intestinal gas, Stomach pain, Tooth decay, Weight gain
1.6 Recommeded for
1.6.1 Pregnant Women
1.6.2 Lactating Women
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)
Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed
2 Nutrition
2.1 Serving Size
2.2 Carbs
2.2.2 Fiber
2.3.2 Sugar
2.4 Protein
2.4.1 Protein to Carb Ratio
2.6 Vitamins
2.6.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.7.1 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
2.8.1 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
3.2.1 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
3.3.1 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
3.4.1 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
3.4.2 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
3.5.1 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
3.6.1 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
3.7.2 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
3.7.4 Lycopene
3.7.6 Lutein+Zeaxanthin
4.1.1 Choline
5.3 Fat
7.12 Minerals
7.12.1 Potassium
157.00 mg656.00 mg
42
840
7.12.2 Iron
7.12.3 Sodium
7.12.4 Calcium
7.12.5 Magnesium
7.12.6 Zinc
7.12.7 Phosphorus
7.12.8 Manganese
7.12.9 Copper
7.12.10 Selenium
7.13 Fatty Acids
7.13.1 Omega 3s
7.13.2 Omega 6s
7.14 Sterol
7.14.1 Phytosterol
7.15 Water Content
7.16 Ash
8 Calories
8.1 Serving Size
8.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal282.00 kcal
15
299
8.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
8.4 Calories in Frozen Form
8.5 Calories in Dried Form
240.00 kcal290.00 kcal
32
747
8.6 Calories in Canned Form
8.7 Calories in Foods
8.7.1 Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal461.00 kcal
17
461
8.7.2 Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal384.00 kcal
49
420
8.7.3 Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal321.00 kcal
80
450
9 Characteristics
9.1 Type
9.2 Season
9.3 Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Barhi, Dayri, Deglet Noor, Halawy, Khadrawy, Medjool, Thoory and Zahidi
9.4 Seedless Variety
9.5 Color
Dark purple
Black, Brown, Red, Yellow
9.6 Inside Color
9.7 Shape
9.8 Texture
9.9 Taste
9.10 Origin
9.11 Grows on
9.12 Cultivation
9.12.1 Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Sand
9.12.2 Soil pH
9.12.3 Climatic Conditions
10 Facts
10.1 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.
- Date is known as the tree of life in Middle east.
- Date palms cover 3% of the earth's total farmlands.
- Scholars believe that date (and not apple) was the real fruit mentioned in the Bible's Garden of Eden.
10.2 In Alcoholic Beverages
10.2.1 Wine
10.2.2 Beer
10.2.3 Spirits
10.2.4 Cocktails
10.3 Production
10.3.1 Top Producer
10.3.2 Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Algeria, Iraq, Oman, Pakistan, South Africa, United Arab Emirates
10.3.3 Top Importer
United States of America
India
10.3.4 Top Exporter
France
United Arab Emirates
11 Scientific Name
11.1 Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Phoenix Dactylifera
11.2 Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
12 Classification
12.1 Domain
12.2 Kingdom
12.3 Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
12.4 Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
12.5 Class
12.6 Subclass
12.7 Order
12.8 Family
12.9 Genus
12.10 Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
P. dactylifera
12.11 Generic Group