Damson

Lime

Damson and Lime

Damson

Lime

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Benefits

Health Benefits

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

Arthritis treatment, Cholera treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Piles treatment, Scurvy treatment

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

Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, 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, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots

Hair Benefits

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

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Eye irritation, Hives, Inflammation, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Skin rash, Wheezing

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Chances of sunburn

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)

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

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

11.42 g10.50 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

1.40 g2.80 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

9.92 g1.70 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.70 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.07

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg2.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.03 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 mg0.20 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.22 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.05 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg8.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg29.10 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.22 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg0.60 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

1.90 mg5.10 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.28 g0.20 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg102.00 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 mg33.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

7.00 mg6.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.11 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

16.00 mg18.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.05 mg0.01 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.06 mg0.07 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 mg19.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

44.00 mg36.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg10.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

87.02 g88.26 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

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal30.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

37.00 kcal30.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal30.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal295.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal20.68 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal30.00 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 kcal420.00 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

Key lime, Persian lime, Kaffir lime, Desert lime, Palestine Sweet Lime, Mexican Sweet Lime, Mary Ellen Sweet Lime

Seedless Variety

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Color

Dark purple

Green

Inside Color

Yellow

Light Green

Shape

Oval

Round

Texture

Grainy

Succulent

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Acidic, Sour

Origin

Syria

India

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Clay loam, Sandy loam

Soil pH

5.5-6.56-7.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Cold

Sunny, Warm to hot climate

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.

Lime is the called as the powerhouse of flavors.
Fresh lime juice is so acidic that it can dissolve concrete.
Limes are more fragrant and acidic than lemons.
Persian limes are almost seedless and thorn less.

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

China

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Argentina, Brazil, India, Mexico

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

France

Mexico

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Citrus aurantifolia

Synonym

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Citrus aurantiifolia

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Rosales

Sapindales

Family

Rosaceae

Rutaceae

Genus

Prunus

Citrus

Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

C. aurantifolia

Generic Group

Citrus fruit

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Difference Between Damson and Lime

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Lime with peel is 46.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 37.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Lime 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 Lime is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Lime belongs to Rutaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Lime belongs to Citrus genus of C. aurantifolia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.