Damson and Nectarine

Damson

Nectarine

Benefits

Health Benefits

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

Cancer prevention, Heart care

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

Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation

Hair Benefits

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

Protects hair

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Anaphylaxis, Asthma, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Hives, Itching, Itchy eyes, Skin rash, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting, Watery eyes, Wheezing

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Allergic reaction, Headache, Nausea

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Yes

Lactating Women

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)

Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), 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

Carbs

11.42 g

99+

10.60 g

99+

Fiber

1.40 g

1.70 g

Sugar

9.92 g

7.90 g

Protein

0.70 g

99+

1.10 g

Protein to Carb Ratio

0.06

0.10

Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg

1.13 mg

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg

99+

0.19 mg

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg

99+

0.03 mg

99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg

99+

5.40 mg

99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg

0.77 mg

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg

2.20 mcg

Lycopene

0.00 mcg

Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg

130.00 mcg

Choline

1.90 mg

6.20 mg

Fat

0.28 g

0.32 g

Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg

99+

201.00 mg

Iron

0.17 mg

99+

0.28 mg

Sodium

2.00 mg

0.00 mg

Calcium

6.00 mg

Magnesium

7.00 mg

9.00 mg

Zinc

0.10 mg

0.17 mg

Phosphorus

16.00 mg

26.00 mg

Manganese

0.05 mg

99+

0.05 mg

99+

Copper

0.06 mg

0.09 mg

Selenium

0.00 mcg

Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg

2.00 mg

Omega 6s

44.00 mg

111.00 mg

Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg

Not Available

Water Content

87.02 g

87.60 g

Ash

0.40 g

0.50 g

Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal

44.00 kcal

Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

Not Available

Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal

259.00 kcal

Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal

Not Available

Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal

Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal

175.00 kcal

Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal

333.00 kcal

Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Season

Summer

Autumn, Summer

Varieties

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

Arctic Jay, Artic Rose, Artic Star, Armking, Desert Dawn, Fairlane, Fantasia, Silver Lode, Snow Queen, Stanwick and Stark Sunglo

Seedless Variety

Color

Dark purple

Orange, Pink, Red, Yellow

Inside Color

Yellow

Shape

Oval

Round

Texture

Grainy

Succulent

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Sweet

Origin

Syria

China

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Sandy loam

Soil pH

5.5-6.5

6-6.8

Climatic Conditions

Cold

Sunny, 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 name ‘nectarine’ is with reference to the sweet food the gods eat, ‘nectar’.
Nectarines are sometimes called ‘shaved peaches’ because their skin is smooth with no fuzz.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Yes

Beer

Yes

Spirits

Yes

Not Available

Cocktails

Yes

Production

Top Producer

United Kingdom

China

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

Argentina, Chile, Egypt, Greece, Iran, Italy, Spain, Turkey, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America

Germany

Top Exporter

France

Spain

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Prunus persica

Synonym

Not Available

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Rosales

Family

Rosaceae

Genus

Prunus

Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

P. persica

Generic Group

Not Available

Rose

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Difference Between Damson and Nectarine

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Nectarine with peel is 46.00 kcal and 44.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Nectarine 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 Nectarine is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Nectarine belongs to Rosaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Nectarine belongs to Prunus genus of P. persica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.