Damson

Gooseberry

Damson and Gooseberry

Damson

Gooseberry

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure

Arthritis prevention, Cancer prevention, Liver health, Scurvy treatment, Ulcer prevention

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

Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Improves blood circulation, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Sore throat treatment, 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, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of acne

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, Treatment of dandruff

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Constipation, Diarrhea, Drop in blood pressure, Eczema, Facial swelling, Hives, Hoarseness, Itching, Itchy eyes, Nausea, Red rash, Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sore eyes, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Gastric irritation

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)

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

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

11.42 g10.18 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

1.40 g4.30 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

9.92 g4.40 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.70 g0.88 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.09

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg15.00 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 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.30 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.29 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 mcg6.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg27.70 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.37 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg2.60 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg70.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

1.90 mg0.00 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.28 g0.58 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg198.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.17 mg0.31 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

2.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

6.00 mg25.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

7.00 mg10.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.12 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

16.00 mg27.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.05 mg0.14 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.06 mg0.07 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 mg46.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

44.00 mg271.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg0.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

87.02 g87.87 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.40 g0.49 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal44.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

37.00 kcal44.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal44.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal360.00 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 kcal40.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal150.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal240.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Berry, Tree fruit

Season

Summer

Varieties

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

Whinham's Industry, Green Hansa, Clark, Chataqua, Invicta, Keepsake, Lepaa Red, May Duke and Whitesmith

Seedless Variety

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Color

Dark purple

Green, Purple, Red, Yellow

Inside Color

Yellow

Yellowish Green

Shape

Oval

Round

Texture

Grainy

Crispy

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Astringent

Origin

Syria

Africa, Europe, South-West Asia

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Loamy, Well-drained

Soil pH

5.5-6.56-6.8

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Cold

Dry, Warm

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.

Traditionally, kids were told that babies were found under gooseberry bushes.
They are also called 'fayberries' due to an ancient belief that fairies hid in gooseberry bushes to avoid danger.

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

Germany

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Hungary, Lithuania, Poland, Russia, Ukraine, United Kingdom

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

France

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Ribes uva-crispa

Synonym

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Ribes grossularia

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Dillenhidae

Order

Rosales

Saxifragales

Family

Rosaceae

Grossulariaceae

Genus

Prunus

Ribes

Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

R. uva-crispa

Generic Group

Saxifrage

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Difference Between Damson and Gooseberry

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Gooseberry with peel is 46.00 kcal and 44.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 37.00 kcal and 44.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Gooseberry 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 Gooseberry is Rosales and Saxifragales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Gooseberry belongs to Grossulariaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Gooseberry belongs to Ribes genus of R. uva-crispa species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.