Damson

Fig

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Damson

Fig

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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, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension

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

Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne

1.3 Hair Benefits

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

Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

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)

Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

11.42 g19.20 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

1.40 g2.90 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

9.92 g16.30 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.70 g0.80 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 mcg7.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.06 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.05 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.40 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.30 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.11 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 mg2.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.11 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg4.70 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg9.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

1.90 mg4.70 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.28 g0.30 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

157.00 mg232.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.17 mg0.37 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

2.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

6.00 mg35.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

7.00 mg17.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.15 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

16.00 mg14.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.05 mg0.13 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.06 mg0.07 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.00 mcg0.20 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

44.00 mg144.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

7.00 mg31.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

87.02 g79.11 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 kcal74.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal71.42 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal249.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal69.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal65.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal360.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal450.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Summer

Summer, Winter

4.3 Varieties

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

Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Dark purple

Green, Purple, Red

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

Pink

4.7 Shape

Oval

Conical

4.8 Texture

Grainy

Fleshy

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Sweet

4.10 Origin

Syria

Western Asia

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

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

Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.5-6.55-7

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Cold

Dry, Warm

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.

Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.

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

Turkey

5.3.2 Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

France

5.3.4 Top Exporter

France

Turkey

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Ficus carica

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

Alismidae

7.7 Order

Rosales

7.8 Family

Rosaceae

Moraceae

7.9 Genus

Prunus

Ficus

7.10 Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Ficus carica

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

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Difference Between Damson and Fig

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Fig with peel is 46.00 kcal and 74.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Fig 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 Fig is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Fig belongs to Moraceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.