Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
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, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction
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), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
11.42 g8.41 g
1
79.18
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Fiber
1.40 g1.10 g
0
10.4
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Sugar
9.92 g7.31 g
0
63.35
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Protein
0.70 g0.69 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 mcg2.00 mcg
0
426
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg0.04 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 mg0.27 mg
0
2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg0.28 mg
0
1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg0.04 mg
0
0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg10.00 mcg
0
81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.50 mg33.30 mg
0
228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.26 mg0.13 mg
0
3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.40 mcg0.00 mcg
0
40.3
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Lycopene
0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0
5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin
73.00 mcg10.00 mcg
0
834
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Choline
1.90 mg7.70 mg
0
14.2
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Fat
0.28 g0.10 g
0
33.49
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Minerals
Potassium
157.00 mg148.00 mg
42
840
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Iron
0.17 mg0.06 mg
0.06
9
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Sodium
2.00 mg0.00 mg
0
1556
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Calcium
6.00 mg12.00 mg
1
100
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Magnesium
7.00 mg9.00 mg
0
92
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Zinc
0.10 mg0.07 mg
0
2.7
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Phosphorus
16.00 mg8.00 mg
0
113
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Manganese
0.05 mg0.01 mg
0
3.3
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Copper
0.06 mg0.05 mg
0
2
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Selenium
0.00 mcg1.40 mcg
0
63.7
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Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
0.00 mg5.00 mg
0
318
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Omega 6s
44.00 mg19.00 mg
0
1689
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Sterol
Phytosterol
7.00 mgNA
0
87
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Water Content
87.02 g90.48 g
0
95.23
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Ash
0.40 g0.33 g
0
87.1
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Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcalNA
15
299
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
NA33.00 kcal
12
354
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Calories in Frozen Form
49.00 kcalNA
0
187
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Calories in Dried Form
240.00 kcal117.93 kcal
32
747
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Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal37.00 kcal
17
443
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Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal39.00 kcal
17
461
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Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal256.00 kcal
49
420
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Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal376.00 kcal
80
450
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Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Summer
All seasons
Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Duncan, Marsh and Oro Blanco
Seedless Variety
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Color
Dark purple
White
Inside Color
Yellow
Creamy Yellow
Shape
Oval
Round
Texture
Grainy
Succulent
Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Tart
Origin
Syria
Barbados
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5.5-6.56-8
3.5
10
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Climatic Conditions
Cold
Humid, 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.
- February is known as National Grapefruit Month.
- It is called as state fruit of texas.
- No mechanical devices are used while picking grapefruits, they are always handpicked.
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
China
Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
Europe
Top Exporter
France
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Citrus paradisi
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
Sapindales
Family
Rosaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Prunus
Citrus
Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
C. × paradisi
Generic Group
Not Available
Citrus fruit