Damson

Elderberry

Damson and Elderberry

Damson

Elderberry

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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

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

Anti oxidant properties, Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood sugar levels, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Flu treatment, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots

Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation

Hair Benefits

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff

Promotes longer and healthier hair

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Abdominal pains, Asthma, Sneezing, Sore throat

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting

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)

As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch)

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

11.42 g18.40 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

1.40 g7.00 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

9.92 g7.00 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.70 g0.66 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.04

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg30.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.07 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.06 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.50 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.23 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg6.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg36.00 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg2.32 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg0.60 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

1.90 mg0.00 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.28 g0.50 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg280.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.17 mg1.60 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

2.00 mg6.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

6.00 mg38.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

7.00 mg5.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.11 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

16.00 mg39.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.05 mg0.50 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.06 mg0.06 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.00 mcg0.60 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg85.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

44.00 mg162.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg22.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

87.02 g79.80 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.40 g0.60 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal73.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

37.00 kcal73.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal73.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal340.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal73.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal200.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal280.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal310.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Berry

Season

Summer

Autumn

Varieties

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

Adams, Black Beauty, Black Lace, Johns, Nova, Variegated and York

Seedless Variety

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Color

Dark purple

Black, Red

Inside Color

Yellow

Magenta

Shape

Oval

Round

Texture

Grainy

Juicy

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Juicy, Sweet

Origin

Syria

Europe

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Sandy, Well-drained

Soil pH

5.5-6.55.5-6.5

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.

According to a superstitious belief, the "elder tree" was supposed to ward off evil influence & give protection from witches.
Branches from its tree are also used to make fujara, koncovka & other Slovakian flutes.

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

United States of America

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Colombia, India, Mexico

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

France

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Sambucus nigra

Synonym

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Sambucus

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Asteridae

Order

Rosales

Dipsacales

Family

Rosaceae

Adoxaceae

Genus

Prunus

Sambucus

Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

S. nigra

Generic Group

Moschatel

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Difference Between Damson and Elderberry

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Elderberry with peel is 46.00 kcal and 73.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 37.00 kcal and 73.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Elderberry 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 Elderberry is Rosales and Dipsacales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Elderberry belongs to Adoxaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Elderberry belongs to Sambucus genus of S. nigra species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.