Damson

Eggplant

Damson and Eggplant

Damson

Eggplant

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Benefits

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

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

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

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

Allergy

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

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Allergic reaction, Irritation, Nausea, Skin rash, Swelling

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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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

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

11.42 g5.88 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

1.40 g3.00 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

9.92 g3.53 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.70 g0.98 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.17

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg3.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.04 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.04 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.65 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.28 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.08 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg22.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg2.20 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.30 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg3.50 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg36.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

1.90 mg6.90 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.28 g0.18 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg229.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.17 mg0.23 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

2.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

6.00 mg9.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

7.00 mg14.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.16 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

16.00 mg24.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.05 mg0.23 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.06 mg0.08 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.00 mcg0.30 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg13.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

44.00 mg63.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg7.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

87.02 g92.30 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.40 g0.66 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal25.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

37.00 kcal25.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal24.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal212.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal24.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal30.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal-

49 420

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Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal170.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Fruit vegetable, Tropical

Season

Summer

Spring, Summer

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Dark purple

Black, Green, Pink, Purple, Purplish black

Inside Color

Yellow

White

Shape

Oval

Texture

Grainy

Fleshy

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Bitter, Slightly sweet, Spongy

Origin

Syria

India

Grows on

Trees

Bushes

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Sandy loam

Soil pH

5.5-6.56-7

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Cold

Warm to hot climate

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.

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.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

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Beer

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Spirits

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Cocktails

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Production

Top Producer

United Kingdom

China

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

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

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

France

China

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Solanum melongena

Synonym

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Solanum ovigerum or Solanum trongum

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Asteridae

Order

Rosales

Solanales

Family

Rosaceae

Solanaceae

Genus

Prunus

Solanum

Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

S. melongena

Generic Group

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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 37.00 kcal and 25.00 kcal 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.