Damson

Elderberry

Damson and Elderberry

Damson

Elderberry

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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

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

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

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Anti-aging benefits, Skin rejuvenation

1.3 Hair Benefits

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

Promotes longer and healthier hair

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Abdominal pains, Asthma, NA, Sneezing, Sore throat

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomiting

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)

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)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

11.42 g18.40 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

1.40 g7.00 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

9.92 gNA

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.70 g0.66 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.04

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg30.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.07 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.06 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.50 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.23 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg6.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg36.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mgNA

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcgNA

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcgNA

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcgNA

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

1.90 mgNA

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.28 g0.50 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

157.00 mg280.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.17 mg1.60 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

2.00 mg6.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

6.00 mg38.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

7.00 mg5.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.11 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

16.00 mg39.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.05 mgNA

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.06 mg0.06 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.00 mcg0.60 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg85.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

44.00 mg162.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

7.00 mgNA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

87.02 g79.80 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.40 g0.60 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal73.00 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 kcal340.00 kcal

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 kcal200.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal280.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal310.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit

Berry

4.2 Season

Summer

Autumn

4.3 Varieties

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

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

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Dark purple

Black, Red

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

Magenta

4.7 Shape

Oval

Round

4.8 Texture

Grainy

Juicy

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Juicy, Sweet

4.10 Origin

Syria

Europe

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

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

Sandy, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.5-6.55.5-6.5

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.

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.

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

United States of America

5.3.2 Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Colombia, India, Mexico

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

Not Available

5.3.4 Top Exporter

France

Not Available

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Sambucus nigra

6.2 Synonym

Not Available

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

Dipsacales

7.8 Family

Rosaceae

Adoxaceae

7.9 Genus

Prunus

Sambucus

7.10 Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

S. nigra

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

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 Not Available and Not Available 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.