Damson and Miracle fruit
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Good for diabetics, Improves well-being, Miraculin/miracle fruit makes sour things taste sweet
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
Has taste modifying effect
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
NA
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
NA
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Itching, Skin rash
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Changes taste of food eaten after this fruit, Coagulation
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, 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+
Not Available
Fiber
1.40 g
32
Not Available
Sugar
9.92 g
22
Not Available
Protein
0.70 g
99+
Not Available
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
Not Available
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
17.00 mcg
22
Not Available
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
33
Not Available
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
Not Available
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
35
Not Available
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
99+
Not Available
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
Not Available
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg
30
Not Available
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.50 mg
99+
1.33 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.26 mg
26
0.78 mg
13
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.40 mcg
12
Not Available
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
Not Available
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
73.00 mcg
19
Not Available
Choline
1.90 mg
31
Not Available
Fat
0.28 g
29
Not Available
Minerals
Potassium
157.00 mg
99+
Not Available
Iron
0.17 mg
99+
Not Available
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
Not Available
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
Not Available
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
Not Available
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
Not Available
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
Not Available
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
Not Available
Copper
0.06 mg
39
Not Available
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
Not Available
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
Not Available
Omega 6s
44.00 mg
36
Not Available
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.00 mg
12
Not Available
Water Content
87.02 g
26
Not Available
Ash
0.40 g
33
Not Available
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
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
49.00 kcal
16
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
240.00 kcal
34
Not Available
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal
17
Not Available
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
Not Available
Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal
24
Not Available
Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal
20
Not Available
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Berry
Season
Summer
Monsoon
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Gymnema Sylvestre and Thaumatococcus Daniellii
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Dark purple
Dark red
Inside Color
Yellow
Greyish-white
Shape
Oval
Oval
Texture
Grainy
Fleshy
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
NA, Sweet
Origin
Syria
West Africa
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
4.5-5.8
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Rainfall
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 name 'Miracle' because of the magical experience you get after eating it.
- When you have lemon after eating this fruit, it tastes sweet as if it is added with sugar.
- It is also used as natural sweetener.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
No
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
United Kingdom
NA
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
NA
Top Importer
United States of America
Not Available
Top Exporter
France
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Synsepalum Dulcificum
Synonym
Not Available
Miracle Berry, Miraculous Berry and Sweet Berry
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
NA
Class
Magnoliopsida
NA
Subclass
Rosidae
Asteridae
Order
Rosales
Ericales
Family
Rosaceae
Sapotaceae
Genus
Prunus
Synsepalum
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
S. dulcificum
Generic Group
Not Available
Not Available
Difference Between Damson and Miracle fruit
We might think that Damson and Miracle fruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Miracle fruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Miracle fruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Miracle fruit with peel is 46.00 kcal and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Miracle fruit belong to and category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Damson and Miracle fruit is Rosales and Ericales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Miracle fruit belongs to Sapotaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Miracle fruit belongs to Synsepalum genus of S. dulcificum species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
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