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Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation

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, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

Skin Benefits

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

Hair Benefits

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

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes

Side Effects

Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Lactating Women

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, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Strictly avoid empty stomach

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g
100 g

Carbs

11.42 g7.55 g
1 79.18
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Fiber

1.40 g0.40 g
0 10.4
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Sugar

9.92 g6.20 g
0 63.35
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Protein

0.70 g0.61 g
0.3 14.07
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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.060.08
0.02 0.52
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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

17.00 mcg28.00 mcg
0 681
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.03 mg
0 0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.02 mg
0 1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.42 mg0.18 mg
0 2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.14 mg0.22 mg
0 1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.05 mg
0 0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

5.00 mcg3.00 mcg
0 81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.50 mg8.10 mg
0 228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.26 mg0.05 mg
0 3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

6.40 mcg0.10 mcg
0 40.3
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Lycopene

0.00 mcg4,532.00 mcg
0 5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

73.00 mcg8.00 mcg
0 834
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Choline

1.90 mg4.10 mg
0 19.2
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Fat

0.28 g0.15 g
0 33.49
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Minerals

Potassium

157.00 mg112.00 mg
42 840
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Iron

0.17 mg0.24 mg
0.06 9
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Sodium

2.00 mg1.00 mg
0 1556
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Calcium

6.00 mg7.00 mg
1 100
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Magnesium

7.00 mg10.00 mg
0 92
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Zinc

0.10 mg0.10 mg
0 2.7
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Phosphorus

16.00 mg11.00 mg
0 113
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Manganese

0.05 mg0.04 mg
0 3.3
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Copper

0.06 mg0.04 mg
0 2
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Selenium

0.00 mcg0.40 mcg
0 63.7
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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

0.00 mg0.00 mg
0 318
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Omega 6s

44.00 mg50.00 mg
0 1689
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Sterol

Phytosterol

7.00 mg2.00 mg
0 87
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Water Content

87.02 g91.45 g
0 95.23
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Ash

0.40 g0.25 g
0 87.1
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Calories

Serving Size

100 g
100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

46.00 kcal30.00 kcal
15 354
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

37.00 kcal30.00 kcal
12 354
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Calories in Frozen Form

49.00 kcal30.00 kcal
0 354
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Calories in Dried Form

240.00 kcal340.00 kcal
16 747
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Calories in Canned Form

63.00 kcal30.00 kcal
15 443
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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

70.00 kcal30.00 kcal
16 461
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Calories in Jam

220.00 kcal252.00 kcal
49 420
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Calories in Pie

294.00 kcal150.00 kcal
80 450
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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit
Berry, Melon

Season

Summer
Summer

Varieties

Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Sugar Baby, Sangria, Golden Midget, Starlight, Jubilee, Starbrite, Extazy, Stars 'n' Stripes, Mickylee, Yellow Baby, Yellow Doll, Little Baby Flower, Sweet Favorite and Cream of Saskatchewan

Seedless Variety

Color

Dark purple
Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White

Inside Color

Yellow
Red

Shape

Oval
Round

Texture

Grainy
Crispy

Taste

Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Sweet

Origin

Syria
Southern Africa

Grows on

Trees
Vines

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Soil pH

5.5-6.56-6.8
3.5 10
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Climatic Conditions

Cold
Dry, Hot

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.
  • Watermelon contain 91% of water.
  • In Japan & Chine, watermelon is a popular gift to bring a host.
  • Entire watermelon is edible, even the rinds & seeds.
  • There are more than 1200 varieties grown in the world.

In Alcoholic Beverages

Wine

Beer

Spirits

Cocktails

Production

Top Producer

United Kingdom
China

Other Countries

Ireland, United States of America
Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America
Germany

Top Exporter

France
China

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Citrullus Lanatus

Synonym

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Citrullus vulgaris

Classification

Domain

Eukarya
Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae
Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae
Dillenhidae

Order

Rosales
Cucurbitales

Family

Rosaceae
Cucurbitaceae

Genus

Prunus
Citrullus

Species

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
C. lanatus

Generic Group

-
Gourd

Difference Between Damson and Watermelon

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Damson and Watermelon with peel is 46.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 37.00 kcal and 30.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Damson and Watermelon 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 Watermelon is Rosales and Cucurbitales respectively. Damson belongs to Rosaceae family and Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family. Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species and Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.