Damson

Eggplant

Damson and Eggplant

Damson

Eggplant

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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, Heart care, Reduces blood circulation problems

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

Digestive aid, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, Healing of wounds, Helps in weight loss, Treatment of common cold

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, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation

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, Rejuvenates scalp

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Hives, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Allergic reaction, Irritation, Nausea, Skin rash, Swelling

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)

Along with meal, Don't consume at night and before bed

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

11.42 g5.88 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

1.40 g3.00 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

9.92 g3.53 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.70 g0.98 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.17

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcgNA

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.04 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.04 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.65 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.28 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.08 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg22.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg2.20 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.30 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg3.50 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg36.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

1.90 mg6.90 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.28 g0.18 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

157.00 mg229.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.17 mg0.23 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

2.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

6.00 mg9.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

7.00 mg14.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.16 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

16.00 mg24.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.05 mg0.23 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.06 mg0.08 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.00 mcg0.30 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg13.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

44.00 mg63.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

7.00 mg7.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

87.02 g92.30 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.40 g0.66 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal25.00 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 kcalNA

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 kcal30.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

220.00 kcalNA

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

294.00 kcalNA

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit

Fruit vegetable, Tropical

4.2 Season

Summer

Spring, Summer

4.3 Varieties

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

Black Magic, Black Beauty, Black Bell, Sicilian, Italian, Indian (Baby), Japanese, Chinese and White

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Dark purple

Black, Green, Pink, Purple, Purplish black

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

White

4.7 Shape

Oval

4.8 Texture

Grainy

Fleshy

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Bitter, Slightly sweet, Spongy

4.10 Origin

Syria

India

4.11 Grows on

Trees

Bushes

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

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

Sandy loam

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.5-6.56-7

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Cold

Warm to hot climate

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.

In Italy, it's a belief that diet rich in eggplant leads to madness. Hence, they call it a 'crazy apple'.
Eggplant contains nicotine & can help quit smoking.
Juice made from its leaves and roots is medicinal.

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

China

5.3.2 Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Japan, Spain, Turkey

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

France

China

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Solanum melongena

6.2 Synonym

Not Available

Solanum ovigerum or Solanum trongum

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Rosidae

Asteridae

7.7 Order

Rosales

Solanales

7.8 Family

Rosaceae

Solanaceae

7.9 Genus

Prunus

Solanum

7.10 Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

S. melongena

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

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Difference Between Damson and Eggplant

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Eggplant with peel is 46.00 kcal and 25.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Eggplant 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 Eggplant is Rosales and Solanales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Eggplant belongs to Solanaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Eggplant belongs to Solanum genus of S. melongena species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.