Damson

Gooseberry

Damson and Gooseberry

Damson

Gooseberry

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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

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

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

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

1.2 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

1.3 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

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 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

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Gastric irritation

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), As a snack in the late afternoon, 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 g10.18 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

1.40 g4.30 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

9.92 gNA

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.70 g0.88 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.09

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg15.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.04 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.30 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.29 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.08 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 mg27.70 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.37 mg

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 g0.58 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

157.00 mg198.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.17 mg0.31 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

2.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

6.00 mg25.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

7.00 mg10.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.10 mg0.12 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

16.00 mg27.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.05 mg0.14 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.06 mg0.07 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 mg46.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

44.00 mg271.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

7.00 mg0.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

87.02 g87.87 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.40 g0.49 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal44.00 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 kcalNA

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal73.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal40.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal150.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal240.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit

Berry, Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Summer

4.3 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

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Dark purple

Green, Purple, Red, Yellow

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

Yellowish Green

4.7 Shape

Oval

Round

4.8 Texture

Grainy

Crispy

4.9 Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Astringent

4.10 Origin

Syria

Africa, Europe, South-West Asia

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

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

Loamy, Well-drained

4.12.2 Soil pH

5.5-6.56-6.8

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.

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.

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

Germany

5.3.2 Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

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

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

Ribes uva-crispa

6.2 Synonym

Not Available

Ribes grossularia

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

Dillenhidae

7.7 Order

Rosales

Saxifragales

7.8 Family

Rosaceae

Grossulariaceae

7.9 Genus

Prunus

Ribes

7.10 Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

R. uva-crispa

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

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 Not Available and Not Available 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.