1 Benefits
1.1 Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Anti-oxidant properties, Anti-aging benefits, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Weight loss properties
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
Helps in weight loss, Suppresses Arthritis
1.2 Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Heals sunburn, Treatment of acne
1.3 Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Treatment of colored hair
1.4 Allergy
1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
NA
1.5 Side Effects
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
2.2.1 Fiber
2.2.2 Sugar
2.3 Protein
2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio
2.4 Vitamins
2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.4.11 Lycopene
2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin
2.4.13 Choline
2.5 Fat
2.6 Minerals
2.6.1 Potassium
2.6.2 Iron
2.6.3 Sodium
2.6.4 Calcium
2.6.5 Magnesium
2.6.6 Zinc
2.6.7 Phosphorus
2.6.8 Manganese
2.6.9 Copper
2.6.10 Selenium
2.7 Fatty Acids
2.7.1 Omega 3s
2.7.2 Omega 6s
2.8 Sterol
2.8.1 Phytosterol
2.9 Water Content
2.10 Ash
3 Calories
3.1 Serving Size
3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal60.00 kcal
15
299
3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
3.4 Calories in Frozen Form
3.5 Calories in Dried Form
3.6 Calories in Canned Form
3.7 Calories in Foods
3.7.1 Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal50.00 kcal
17
461
3.7.2 Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal150.00 kcal
49
420
3.7.3 Calories in Pie
4 Characteristics
4.1 Type
Tree fruit
Berry, Citrus, Fruit vegetable, Melon, Tree fruit, Tropical
4.2 Season
Summer
Early fall, Summer
4.3 Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Selenicereus megalanthus and Hylocereus polyrhizus
4.4 Seedless Variety
4.5 Color
Dark purple
Magenta, Pink
4.6 Inside Color
4.7 Shape
4.8 Texture
4.9 Taste
4.10 Origin
Syria
Central America, Mexico
4.11 Grows on
4.12 Cultivation
4.12.1 Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
NA
4.12.2 Soil pH
4.12.3 Climatic Conditions
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.
NA
5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages
5.2.1 Wine
5.2.2 Beer
5.2.3 Spirits
5.2.4 Cocktails
5.3 Production
5.3.1 Top Producer
5.3.2 Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
NA
5.3.3 Top Importer
United States of America
China
5.3.4 Top Exporter
6 Scientific Name
6.1 Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Hylocereus undatus
6.2 Synonym
Not Available
Pitaya, Red Pitahaya, Night blooming Cereus, Strawberry Pear, Belle of the Night, Conderella plant
7 Classification
7.1 Domain
7.2 Kingdom
7.3 Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
7.4 Division
7.5 Class
Magnoliopsida
Not Available
7.6 Subclass
7.7 Order
7.8 Family
7.9 Genus
7.10 Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
H. undatus
7.11 Generic Group