Damson

Ugli fruit

Damson and Ugli fruit

Damson

Ugli fruit

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Benefits

Health Benefits

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

Increases metabolic rate, Lower blood pressure, Protects against kidney stone formation

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

Gives you energy

Skin Benefits

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

Skin cleansing

Hair Benefits

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

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation

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)

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 g11.00 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

1.40 g2.00 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

9.92 g8.00 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.70 g1.00 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.09

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg-

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.04 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg-

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg-

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg-

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg-

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg30.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg70.00 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.73 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg0.20 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg-

0 834

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Choline

1.90 mg8.40 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 mg170.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.17 mg0.20 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

2.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

6.00 mg23.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

7.00 mg11.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.07 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

16.00 mg14.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.05 mg-

0 3.3

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Copper

0.06 mg0.07 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.00 mcg0.10 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg15.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

44.00 mg25.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg24.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

87.02 g90.50 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.40 g0.60 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal45.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

37.00 kcal43.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal43.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal341.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal43.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal50.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal260.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal270.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Citrus

Season

Summer

Dry

Varieties

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

Jamaican Tangelo

Seedless Variety

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Color

Dark purple

Orange, Yellow

Inside Color

Yellow

Creamy Yellow

Shape

Oval

Round

Texture

Grainy

Succulent

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Sweet

Origin

Syria

Jamaica

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Loamy

Soil pH

5.5-6.55.5-6

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

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.

The name is derived from the word "ugly" refering to the it's unpleasant appearance, with rough, wrinkled, greenish-yellow rind, wrapped loosely around the orange pulpy citrus inside.

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

Jamaica

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America

United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America

Europe

Top Exporter

France

Jamaica

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Citrus reticulata × Citrus paradisi

Synonym

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Tangelo, citrus tangelo

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. reticulata × paradisi

Generic Group

Citrus fruit

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Difference Between Damson and Ugli fruit

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Ugli fruit with peel is 46.00 kcal and 45.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 37.00 kcal and 43.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Ugli fruit 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 Ugli fruit is Rosales and Sapindales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Ugli fruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Ugli fruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.