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Damson and Honeydew

Damson
Honeydew
Honeydew and Damson


Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure   
Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Gout treatment, Heart care, Treatment of skin Diseases   
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   
Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones   
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, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots   
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, Protects hair   
Allergy
  
  
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting   
Abdominal cramps, Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Diarrhea, Hives, Hoarseness, Itching in eyes, Itching of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Skin rash, Wheezing   
Side Effects
Allergic reaction   
Allergic reaction   
Recommeded for
  
  
Pregnant Women
Yes   
Yes   
Lactating Women
No   
Yes   
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   
100 g   
Carbs
11.42 g   
99+
9.09 g   
99+
Fiber
1.40 g   
32
0.80 g   
38
Sugar
9.92 g   
22
8.12 g   
34
Protein
0.70 g   
99+
0.54 g   
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06   
21
0.05   
22
Vitamins
  
  
Vitamin A (Retinol)
17.00 mcg   
22
3.00 mcg   
32
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg   
33
0.04 mg   
26
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg   
33
0.01 mg   
99+
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg   
35
0.42 mg   
34
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg   
99+
0.16 mg   
39
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg   
99+
0.09 mg   
16
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg   
30
19.00 mcg   
16
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.50 mg   
99+
18.00 mg   
39
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.26 mg   
26
0.02 mg   
99+
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.40 mcg   
12
2.90 mcg   
21
Lycopene
0.00 mcg   
9
0.00 mcg   
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
73.00 mcg   
19
27.00 mcg   
26
Choline
1.90 mg   
31
7.60 mg   
13
Fat
0.28 g   
29
0.14 g   
39
Minerals
  
  
Potassium
157.00 mg   
99+
228.00 mg   
32
Iron
0.17 mg   
99+
0.17 mg   
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg   
18
18.00 mg   
6
Calcium
6.00 mg   
39
6.00 mg   
39
Magnesium
7.00 mg   
28
10.00 mg   
25
Zinc
0.10 mg   
23
0.09 mg   
24
Phosphorus
16.00 mg   
29
11.00 mg   
35
Manganese
0.05 mg   
99+
0.03 mg   
99+
Copper
0.06 mg   
39
0.02 mg   
99+
Selenium
0.00 mcg   
17
0.70 mcg   
9
Fatty Acids
  
  
Omega 3s
0.00 mg   
38
33.00 mg   
21
Omega 6s
44.00 mg   
36
26.00 mg   
99+
Sterol
  
  
Phytosterol
7.00 mg   
12
Not Available   
Water Content
87.02 g   
26
89.82 g   
12
Ash
0.40 g   
33
0.41 g   
32
Calories
Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal   
27
Not Available   
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available   
36.00 kcal   
19
Calories in Frozen Form
49.00 kcal   
16
36.00 kcal   
24
Calories in Dried Form
240.00 kcal   
34
268.00 kcal   
24
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal   
17
Not Available   
Calories in Foods
  
  
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal   
17
50.00 kcal   
30
Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal   
24
290.00 kcal   
11
Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal   
20
310.00 kcal   
16
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit   
Melon   
Season
Summer   
All seasons   
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace   
Green Flesh, Yellow Rind and Orange Flesh   
Seedless Variety
No   
No   
Color
Dark purple   
Green, Yellow   
Inside Color
Yellow   
Light Green   
Shape
Oval   
Round   
Texture
Grainy   
Juicy   
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart   
Sweet   
Origin
Syria   
France   
Grows on
Trees   
Not Available   
Cultivation
  
  
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained   
Sandy loam, Well-drained   
Soil pH
5.5-6.5   
6-6.5   
Climatic Conditions
Cold   
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.
  
  • The average weight of honeydew melon is 6 pounds.
  • 90% of a honeydew is water.
  • In middle east countries, dried and roasted honeydew seeds are consumed as snacks.
  • Honeydew melons can be 15-22 mm long.
  
In Alcoholic Beverages
  
  
Wine
Yes   
Yes   
Beer
Yes   
Yes   
Spirits
Yes   
Yes   
Cocktails
Yes   
Yes   
Production
  
  
Top Producer
United Kingdom   
China   
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America   
Brazil, Egypt, India, Iran, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, Turkey, United States of America   
Top Importer
United States of America   
Not Available   
Top Exporter
France   
Not Available   
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia   
Cucumis melo   
Synonym
Not Available   
Not Available   
Classification
Domain
Eukarya   
Eukarya   
Kingdom
Plantae   
Plantae   
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta   
Tracheobionta   
Division
Magnoliophyta   
Magnoliophyta   
Class
Magnoliopsida   
Magnoliopsida   
Subclass
Rosidae   
Dillenhidae   
Order
Rosales   
Cucurbitales   
Family
Rosaceae   
Cucurbitaceae   
Genus
Prunus   
Cucumis   
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia   
C. melo   
Generic Group
Not Available   
Gourd   
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Difference Between Damson and Honeydew

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Honeydew with peel is 46.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and 36.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Honeydew 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 Honeydew is Rosales and Cucurbitales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Honeydew belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Honeydew belongs to Cucumis genus of C. melo species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.

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