Damson and Date
Benefits
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
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
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
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
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Intestinal gas, Stomach pain, Tooth decay, 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)
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+
75.03 g
2
Fiber
1.40 g
32
8.00 g
3
Sugar
9.92 g
22
63.35 g
1
Protein
0.70 g
99+
2.45 g
6
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
0.03
25
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
17.00 mcg
22
0.00 mcg
37
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
33
0.05 mg
20
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.07 mg
13
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
35
1.27 mg
5
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
99+
0.59 mg
3
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.17 mg
10
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg
30
19.00 mcg
16
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.50 mg
99+
0.40 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.26 mg
26
0.05 mg
39
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.40 mcg
12
2.70 mcg
23
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
73.00 mcg
19
75.00 mcg
18
Choline
1.90 mg
31
6.30 mg
17
Fat
0.28 g
29
0.39 g
22
Minerals
Potassium
157.00 mg
99+
656.00 mg
3
Iron
0.17 mg
99+
1.02 mg
12
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
39.00 mg
8
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
43.00 mg
2
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.29 mg
9
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
62.00 mg
4
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.26 mg
17
Copper
0.06 mg
39
0.21 mg
7
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
3.00 mcg
4
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
3.00 mg
35
Omega 6s
44.00 mg
36
16.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.00 mg
12
Not Available
Water Content
87.02 g
26
20.53 g
99+
Ash
0.40 g
33
1.60 g
4
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal
27
282.00 kcal
2
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
290.00 kcal
18
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal
17
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
461.00 kcal
1
Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal
24
384.00 kcal
2
Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal
20
321.00 kcal
13
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Tropical
Season
Summer
Spring, Summer
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Barhi, Dayri, Deglet Noor, Halawy, Khadrawy, Medjool, Thoory and Zahidi
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Dark purple
Black, Brown, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Yellow
Brown
Shape
Oval
Oval
Texture
Grainy
Fleshy
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Sweet
Origin
Syria
Iraq
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
8-10
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Hot, 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.
- 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.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Not Available
Beer
Yes
Not Available
Spirits
Yes
Not Available
Cocktails
Yes
Not Available
Production
Top Producer
United Kingdom
Egypt
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Algeria, Iraq, Oman, Pakistan, South Africa, United Arab Emirates
Top Importer
United States of America
India
Top Exporter
France
United Arab Emirates
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Phoenix Dactylifera
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
Phoenix
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
P. dactylifera
Generic Group
Not Available
Palm
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 Low Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits 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.
