Damson and Peach
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Improves eye vision, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate
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, Eye care
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, 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
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Hives, Itching, Lightheadedness, Nasal congestion, Nausea, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Tingling sensation in mouth, Vomiting, 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, 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+
9.54 g
99+
Fiber
1.40 g
32
1.50 g
31
Sugar
9.92 g
22
8.39 g
32
Protein
0.70 g
99+
0.91 g
29
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
0.09
16
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
17.00 mcg
22
16.00 mcg
23
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
33
0.02 mg
35
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.03 mg
29
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
35
0.81 mg
12
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
99+
0.15 mg
40
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg
30
4.00 mcg
31
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.50 mg
99+
6.60 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.26 mg
26
0.73 mg
15
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.40 mcg
12
2.60 mcg
24
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
73.00 mcg
19
91.00 mcg
14
Choline
1.90 mg
31
6.10 mg
19
Fat
0.28 g
29
0.25 g
31
Minerals
Potassium
157.00 mg
99+
190.00 mg
40
Iron
0.17 mg
99+
0.25 mg
40
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.17 mg
16
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
20.00 mg
25
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.06 mg
40
Copper
0.06 mg
39
0.68 mg
2
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.10 mcg
16
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
2.00 mg
36
Omega 6s
44.00 mg
36
84.00 mg
23
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.00 mg
12
10.00 mg
8
Water Content
87.02 g
26
88.87 g
16
Ash
0.40 g
33
0.43 g
31
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal
27
39.00 kcal
32
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
49.00 kcal
16
39.00 kcal
23
Calories in Dried Form
240.00 kcal
34
239.00 kcal
35
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal
17
54.00 kcal
20
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
60.00 kcal
22
Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal
24
375.00 kcal
3
Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal
20
223.00 kcal
40
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Tree fruit
Season
Summer
Autumn, Summer
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Reliance, Sweet Scarlet, Spring Snow, Sugar May, Santa Rosa, Red Beauty, Glowhaven, Cresthaven and Redhaven Peaches
Seedless Variety
No
Yes
Color
Dark purple
Pink, Red, White, Yellow, Yellowish-orange
Inside Color
Yellow
Yellow
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Grainy
Fleshy
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Sweet
Origin
Syria
China
Grows on
Trees
Trees
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
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.
- In china, peaches are considered as a symbol of good luck.
- From 1982, august is National peach month in USA.
- In roman times, Peaches were also called as Persian apples, as people assumed that they originated from Persia.
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
Greece, Italy, Spain, 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
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Rosales
Rosales
Family
Rosaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Prunus
Prunus
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
P. persica
Generic Group
Not Available
Rose
Difference Between Damson and Peach
We might think that Damson and Peach are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Peach Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Peach is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Peach with peel is 46.00 kcal and 39.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Peach 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 Peach is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Peach belongs to Rosaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Peach belongs to Prunus genus of P. persica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
