Damson and Raspberry
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Cancer prevention, Heart care, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces blood circulation problems
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-inflammatory properties, Controls blood sugar levels, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Acts as moisturizer, Regulates hair growth, Shiny hair
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Breathing difficulty, Eczema, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes, 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)
Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't eat after meal, Morning time (before lunch)
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
11.42 g
99+
11.94 g
99+
Fiber
1.40 g
32
6.50 g
6
Sugar
9.92 g
22
4.42 g
99+
Protein
0.70 g
99+
1.20 g
19
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
0.10
15
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
17.00 mcg
22
2.00 mcg
33
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
33
0.03 mg
30
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
33
0.04 mg
24
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
35
0.60 mg
26
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
99+
0.33 mg
11
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
99+
0.06 mg
32
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg
30
21.00 mcg
13
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.50 mg
99+
26.20 mg
35
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.26 mg
26
0.87 mg
12
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.40 mcg
12
7.80 mcg
10
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
73.00 mcg
19
136.00 mcg
7
Choline
1.90 mg
31
12.30 mg
3
Fat
0.28 g
29
0.65 g
12
Minerals
Potassium
157.00 mg
99+
151.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.17 mg
99+
0.69 mg
18
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
1.00 mg
20
Calcium
6.00 mg
39
25.00 mg
18
Magnesium
7.00 mg
28
22.00 mg
11
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.42 mg
6
Phosphorus
16.00 mg
29
29.00 mg
18
Manganese
0.05 mg
99+
0.67 mg
5
Copper
0.06 mg
39
0.09 mg
24
Selenium
0.00 mcg
17
0.20 mcg
15
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg
38
126.00 mg
5
Omega 6s
44.00 mg
36
249.00 mg
7
Sterol
Phytosterol
7.00 mg
12
Not Available
Water Content
87.02 g
26
85.75 g
35
Ash
0.40 g
33
0.46 g
29
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal
27
53.00 kcal
21
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
49.00 kcal
16
52.00 kcal
13
Calories in Dried Form
240.00 kcal
34
363.00 kcal
9
Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal
17
91.00 kcal
8
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
17
68.00 kcal
18
Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal
24
150.00 kcal
33
Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal
20
169.00 kcal
99+
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Berry
Season
Summer
Summer
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Amity, August Red, Boyne, Canby, Caroline, Comet, Dinkum, Dorman Red, Latham, Meeker, Black Hawk, Hayda, Lauren, Meeker and Latham
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Dark purple
Black, Purple, Red, Yellow
Inside Color
Yellow
Pink
Shape
Oval
Conical
Texture
Grainy
Juicy
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Sweet
Origin
Syria
Europe, North Asia
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Sandy loam
Soil pH
5.5-6.5
5.8-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold
Cold
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.
- There are more than 200 varieties of raspberries.
- In USA, 90% of the raspberries are grown in Washington, California and Oregon.
- They do not ripe after they are picked.
- A raspberry contain 100 to 120 seeds.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
United Kingdom
Russia
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Azerbaijan, Canada, Mexico, Poland, Serbia, Spain, Ukraine, United Kingdom, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
France
Poland
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Rubus Idaeus
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
Rubus
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
R. idaeus
Generic Group
Not Available
Rose
Difference Between Damson and Raspberry
We might think that Damson and Raspberry are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Damson and Raspberry Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Damson and Raspberry is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Raspberry with peel is 46.00 kcal and 53.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Damson and Raspberry 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 Raspberry is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Raspberry belongs to Rosaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Raspberry belongs to Rubus genus of R. idaeus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
