1 Benefits
1.1 Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
1.1.1 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
1.2 Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
1.3 Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
1.4 Allergy
1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
1.5 Side Effects
Allergic reaction
1.6 Recommeded for
1.6.1 Pregnant Women
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1.6.2 Lactating Women
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1.7 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)
2 Nutrition
2.1 Serving Size
100 g
2.2 Carbs
11.42 g
Rank: 45 (Overall) ▶
1
79.18
2.2.1 Fiber
1.40 g
Rank: 32 (Overall) ▶
0
10.4
2.2.2 Sugar
9.92 g
Rank: 22 (Overall) ▶
0
63.35
2.3 Protein
0.70 g
Rank: 41 (Overall) ▶
0.3
14.07
2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
Rank: 21 (Overall) ▶
0.02
0.52
2.4 Vitamins
2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)
17.00 mcg
Rank: 22 (Overall) ▶
0
426
2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.03 mg
Rank: 33 (Overall) ▶
0
0.428
2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.03 mg
Rank: 33 (Overall) ▶
0
1.3
2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.42 mg
Rank: 35 (Overall) ▶
0
2.8
2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.14 mg
Rank: 44 (Overall) ▶
0
1.4
2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.03 mg
Rank: 49 (Overall) ▶
0
0.4
2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
5.00 mcg
Rank: 30 (Overall) ▶
0
81
2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
9.50 mg
Rank: 49 (Overall) ▶
0
228.3
2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.26 mg
Rank: 26 (Overall) ▶
0
3.81
2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
6.40 mcg
Rank: 12 (Overall) ▶
0
40.3
2.4.11 Lycopene
0.00 mcg
Rank: 9 (Overall) ▶
0
5204
2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin
73.00 mcg
Rank: 19 (Overall) ▶
0
834
2.4.13 Choline
1.90 mg
Rank: 31 (Overall) ▶
0
14.2
2.5 Fat
0.28 g
Rank: 29 (Overall) ▶
0
33.49
2.6 Minerals
2.6.1 Potassium
157.00 mg
Rank: 53 (Overall) ▶
42
840
2.6.2 Iron
0.17 mg
Rank: 46 (Overall) ▶
0.06
9
2.6.3 Sodium
2.00 mg
Rank: 18 (Overall) ▶
0
1556
2.6.4 Calcium
6.00 mg
Rank: 39 (Overall) ▶
1
100
2.6.5 Magnesium
7.00 mg
Rank: 28 (Overall) ▶
0
92
2.6.6 Zinc
0.10 mg
Rank: 23 (Overall) ▶
0
2.7
2.6.7 Phosphorus
16.00 mg
Rank: 29 (Overall) ▶
0
113
2.6.8 Manganese
0.05 mg
Rank: 45 (Overall) ▶
0
3.3
2.6.9 Copper
0.06 mg
Rank: 39 (Overall) ▶
0
2
2.6.10 Selenium
0.00 mcg
Rank: 17 (Overall) ▶
0
63.7
2.7 Fatty Acids
2.7.1 Omega 3s
0.00 mg
Rank: 38 (Overall) ▶
0
318
2.7.2 Omega 6s
44.00 mg
Rank: 36 (Overall) ▶
0
1689
2.8 Sterol
2.8.1 Phytosterol
7.00 mg
Rank: 12 (Overall) ▶
0
87
2.9 Water Content
87.02 g
Rank: 26 (Overall) ▶
0
95.23
2.10 Ash
0.40 g
Rank: 33 (Overall) ▶
0
87.1
3 Calories
3.1 Serving Size
100 g
3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
46.00 kcal
Rank: 27 (Overall) ▶
15
299
3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Rank: N/A (Overall) ▶
12
354
3.4 Calories in Frozen Form
49.00 kcal
Rank: 16 (Overall) ▶
0
187
3.5 Calories in Dried Form
240.00 kcal
Rank: 34 (Overall) ▶
32
747
3.6 Calories in Canned Form
63.00 kcal
Rank: 17 (Overall) ▶
17
443
3.7 Calories in Foods
3.7.1 Calories in Juice
70.00 kcal
Rank: 17 (Overall) ▶
17
461
3.7.2 Calories in Jam
220.00 kcal
Rank: 24 (Overall) ▶
49
420
3.7.3 Calories in Pie
294.00 kcal
Rank: 20 (Overall) ▶
80
450
4 Characteristics
4.1 Type
Tree fruit
4.2 Season
Summer
4.3 Varieties
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
4.4 Seedless Variety
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4.5 Color
Dark purple
4.6 Inside Color
Yellow
4.7 Shape
Oval
4.8 Texture
Grainy
4.9 Taste
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
4.10 Origin
Syria
4.11 Grows on
Trees
4.12 Cultivation
4.12.1 Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
4.12.2 Soil pH
4.12.3 Climatic Conditions
Cold
5 Facts
5.1 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.
5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages
5.2.1 Wine
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5.2.2 Beer
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5.2.3 Spirits
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5.2.4 Cocktails
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5.3 Production
5.3.1 Top Producer
United Kingdom
5.3.2 Other Countries
Ireland, United States of America
5.3.3 Top Importer
United States of America
5.3.4 Top Exporter
France
6 Scientific Name
6.1 Botanical Name
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
6.2 Synonym
Not Available
7 Classification
7.1 Domain
Eukarya
7.2 Kingdom
Plantae
7.3 Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
7.4 Division
Magnoliophyta
7.5 Class
Magnoliopsida
7.6 Subclass
Rosidae
7.7 Order
Rosales
7.8 Family
Rosaceae
7.9 Genus
Prunus
7.10 Species
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
7.11 Generic Group
Not Available