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Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Arthritis treatment, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Prevents constipation, Purging blood, Treatment of rheumatism

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, Cures headache, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Flu treatment, 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
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, 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, Treatment of dandruff

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Eczema, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Skin rash, Swelling

Side Effects

Allergic reaction
Diuretic effects, Heart burn, Tooth decay, Chances of sunburn

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Lactating Women

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)
Along with meal, Best to drink lemon water on an empty stomach., Don't consume at night and before bed

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g
100 g

Carbs

11.42 g9.30 g
1 79.18
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Fiber

1.40 g2.80 g
0 10.4
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Sugar

9.92 g2.50 g
0 63.35
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Protein

0.70 g1.10 g
0.3 14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.12
0.02 0.52
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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg3.00 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 mg0.02 mg
0 1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.10 mg
0 2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.19 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 mcg11.00 mcg
0 81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg53.00 mg
0 228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.15 mg
0 3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg0.00 mcg
0 40.3
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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0 5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg11.00 mcg
0 834
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Choline

1.90 mg5.10 mg
0 19.2
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Fat

0.28 g0.30 g
0 33.49
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Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg138.00 mg
42 840
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Iron

0.17 mg0.60 mg
0.06 9
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Sodium

2.00 mg2.00 mg
0 1556
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Calcium

6.00 mg26.00 mg
1 100
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Magnesium

7.00 mg8.00 mg
0 92
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Zinc

0.10 mg0.06 mg
0 2.7
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Phosphorus

16.00 mg16.00 mg
0 113
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Manganese

0.05 mg0.03 mg
0 3.3
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Copper

0.06 mg0.04 mg
0 2
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Selenium

0.00 mcg0.40 mcg
0 63.7
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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg26.00 mg
0 318
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Omega 6s

44.00 mg63.00 mg
0 1689
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Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg11.00 mg
0 87
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Water Content

87.02 g88.98 g
0 95.23
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Ash

0.40 g0.30 g
0 87.1
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Calories

Serving Size

100 g
100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal29.00 kcal
15 354
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

37.00 kcal29.00 kcal
12 354
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Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal22.00 kcal
0 354
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Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal267.00 kcal
16 747
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Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal21.00 kcal
15 443
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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal22.00 kcal
16 461
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Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal250.00 kcal
49 420
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Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal285.00 kcal
80 450
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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit
Citrus, Tree fruit

Season

Summer
All seasons

Varieties

Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Avalon Lemon, Bears Lemon, Buddha's Hand, Bush Lemon, Citron, Eureka Lemon, Dorshapo Lemon, Finger Citron and Fino Citron

Seedless Variety

Color

Dark purple
Yellow, Yellowish-orange

Inside Color

Yellow
Yellow

Shape

Oval
Round

Texture

Grainy
Succulent

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Sour

Origin

Syria
China, India

Grows on

Trees
Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Soil pH

5.5-6.55.5-6.5
3.5 10
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Climatic Conditions

Cold
Hot, 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.
  • Oil extracted from lemon peels is used for fingerboard of guitars.
  • During Renaissance, ladies used lemons to redden their lips.
  • Aroms of lemon decreases the level of stress hormones.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Beer

Spirits

Cocktails

Production

Top Producer

United Kingdom
China

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America
Argentina, Brazil, India, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America
United States of America

Top Exporter

France
Mexico

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Citrus limon

Synonym

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Citrus Limon

Classification

Domain

Eukarya
Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae
Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae
Rosidae

Order

Rosales
Sapindales

Family

Rosaceae
Rutaceae

Genus

Prunus
Citrus

Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
C. limon

Generic Group

-
Citrus fruit

Difference Between Damson and Lemon

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Lemon with peel is 46.00 kcal and 29.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 37.00 kcal and 29.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Lemon 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 Lemon is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Lemon belongs to Rutaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Lemon belongs to Citrus genus of C. limon species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.