Damson

Date

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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, 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

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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)

Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

11.42 g75.03 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

1.40 g8.00 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

9.92 g63.35 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.70 g2.45 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.03

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.05 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.07 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg1.27 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.59 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.17 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg19.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg0.40 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.05 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg2.70 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg75.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

1.90 mg6.30 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.28 g0.39 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

157.00 mg656.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.17 mg1.02 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

2.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

6.00 mg39.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

7.00 mg43.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.29 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

16.00 mg62.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.05 mg0.26 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.06 mg0.21 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.00 mcg3.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg3.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

44.00 mg16.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

7.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

87.02 g20.53 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.40 g1.60 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal282.00 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 kcal290.00 kcal

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 kcal461.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal384.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal321.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit

Tropical

4.2 Season

Summer

Spring, Summer

4.3 Varieties

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

Barhi, Dayri, Deglet Noor, Halawy, Khadrawy, Medjool, Thoory and Zahidi

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Dark purple

Black, Brown, Red, Yellow

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

Brown

4.7 Shape

Oval

4.8 Texture

Grainy

Fleshy

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Sweet

4.10 Origin

Syria

Iraq

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

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

Clay, Loam, Sand

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.5-6.58-10

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Cold

Hot, Warm

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.

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.

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

Egypt

5.3.2 Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Algeria, Iraq, Oman, Pakistan, South Africa, United Arab Emirates

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

India

5.3.4 Top Exporter

France

United Arab Emirates

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Phoenix Dactylifera

6.2 Synonym

Not Available

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Rosidae

Arecidae

7.7 Order

Rosales

Arecales

7.8 Family

Rosaceae

Arecaceae

7.9 Genus

Prunus

Phoenix

7.10 Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

P. dactylifera

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

Palm

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Difference Between Damson and Date

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Date with peel is 46.00 kcal and 282.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Date belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Damson and Date is Rosales and Arecales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Date belongs to Arecaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Date belongs to Phoenix genus of P. dactylifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.