Damson

Guava

Damson and Guava

Damson

Guava

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Benefits

Health Benefits

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

Cancer prevention, Diarrhea treatment, Prevents constipation, Scurvy treatment, Treatment of dysentary

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, Cures cough, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, 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, Hydrates skin, Treatment of skin diseases

Hair Benefits

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

Prevents hair loss

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Hair thinning, Nail thinning, Skin problems, Tooth decay, Weakness, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

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 g14.30 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

1.40 g5.40 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

9.92 g8.90 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.70 g2.50 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.18

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg31.00 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 mg0.04 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg1.08 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.45 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.11 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg49.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg228.30 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.73 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 mcg5,204.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

1.90 mg7.60 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.28 g0.95 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg417.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.17 mg0.26 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

2.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

6.00 mg18.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

7.00 mg22.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.23 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

16.00 mg40.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.05 mg0.15 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.06 mg0.23 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 mg112.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

44.00 mg288.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg22.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

87.02 g80.80 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.40 g1.40 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal68.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

37.00 kcal68.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal68.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal325.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal57.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal55.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal240.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal340.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Tree fruit, Tropical

Season

Summer

All seasons

Varieties

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

Lucknow 49, Allahabad Safeda, Chittidar, Harijha, Apple guava, Hafshi, Arka Mridula and Allahabad Surkha

Seedless Variety

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Color

Dark purple

Green, Pink, Yellow

Inside Color

Yellow

White

Shape

Oval

Round

Texture

Grainy

Crispy

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Sweet-Sour

Origin

Syria

Central America, Mexico, South America

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Loam, Rocky, Sandy

Soil pH

5.5-6.54.5-7

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Cold

Sunny

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.

The black pigment in Guava leaves is used for textile applications.
Guava leaves are used to make tea.
Oils extracted from guava seeds are used in various cosmetics.
Guava wood is used for decorative purposes.

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

India

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

China, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand

Top Importer

United States of America

Canada

Top Exporter

France

India

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Psidium guajava

Synonym

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Psidium Guajava

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Rosales

Myrtales

Family

Rosaceae

Myrtaceae

Genus

Prunus

Psidium

Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Psidium guajava

Generic Group

Myrtle

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Difference Between Damson and Guava

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Guava with peel is 46.00 kcal and 68.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 37.00 kcal and 68.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Guava 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 Guava is Rosales and Myrtales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Guava belongs to Myrtaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Guava belongs to Psidium genus of Psidium guajava species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.