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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Diarrhea treatment, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves muscular strength, Prevents constipation, Prevents nerve damage, Strengthening of bones

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

1.1.1 General Benefits

Boosts immune system, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

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, Treatment of skin diseases

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, Regulates hair growth

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

Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Intestinal gas, Stomach pain, Tooth decay, Weight gain

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

Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed

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

75.03 g11.42 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

8.00 g1.40 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

63.35 g9.92 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

2.45 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.030.06

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

0.00 mcg17.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.05 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.07 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

1.27 mg0.42 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.59 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.17 mg0.03 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

19.00 mcg5.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

0.40 mg9.50 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.05 mg0.26 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

2.70 mcg6.40 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

75.00 mcg73.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

6.30 mg1.90 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.39 g0.28 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

656.00 mg157.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

1.02 mg0.17 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

2.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

39.00 mg6.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

43.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.29 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

62.00 mg16.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.26 mg0.05 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.21 mg0.06 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

3.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

3.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

16.00 mg44.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

NA7.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

20.53 g87.02 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

1.60 g0.40 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

282.00 kcal46.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NA49.00 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

290.00 kcal240.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NA63.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

461.00 kcal70.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

384.00 kcal220.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

321.00 kcal294.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tropical

Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Spring, Summer

Summer

4.3 Varieties

Barhi, Dayri, Deglet Noor, Halawy, Khadrawy, Medjool, Thoory and Zahidi

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

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Black, Brown, Red, Yellow

Dark purple

4.6 Inside Color

Brown

Yellow

4.7 Shape

Oval

4.8 Texture

Fleshy

Grainy

4.9 Taste

Sweet

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

4.10 Origin

Iraq

Syria

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Sand

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

4.12.2 Soil pH

8-105.5-6.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Hot, Warm

Cold

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

Date is known as the tree of life in Middle east.
Date palms cover 3% of the earth's total farmlands.
Scholars believe that date (and not apple) was the real fruit mentioned in the Bible's Garden of Eden.

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

Egypt

United Kingdom

5.3.2 Other Countries

Algeria, Iraq, Oman, Pakistan, South Africa, United Arab Emirates

Ireland, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

India

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

United Arab Emirates

France

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Phoenix Dactylifera

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

Liliopsida

Magnoliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Arecidae

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Arecales

Rosales

7.8 Family

Arecaceae

Rosaceae

7.9 Genus

Phoenix

Prunus

7.10 Species

P. dactylifera

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

7.11 Generic Group

Palm

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Difference Between Date and Damson

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Date and Damson with peel is 282.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Date and Damson belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Date and Damson is Arecales and Rosales respectively. Date belongs to Arecaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Date belongs to Phoenix genus of P. dactylifera species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.