Fig

Damson

Fig and Damson

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Damson

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension

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

1.1.1 General Benefits

Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, 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

Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne

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

1.3 Hair Benefits

Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask

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, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

1.5 Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

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

Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)

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

19.20 g11.42 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

2.90 g1.40 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

16.30 g9.92 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.80 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.040.06

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

7.00 mcg17.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.06 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.05 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.40 mg0.42 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.30 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.11 mg0.03 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

6.00 mcg5.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

2.00 mg9.50 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.11 mg0.26 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

4.70 mcg6.40 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

9.00 mcg73.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

4.70 mg1.90 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.30 g0.28 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

232.00 mg157.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

0.37 mg0.17 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

1.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

35.00 mg6.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

17.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

0.15 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

14.00 mg16.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

0.13 mg0.05 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

0.07 mg0.06 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

0.20 mcg0.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

0.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

144.00 mg44.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

31.00 mg7.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

79.11 g87.02 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.66 g0.40 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

74.00 kcal46.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

71.42 kcal49.00 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

249.00 kcal240.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

69.00 kcal63.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

65.00 kcal70.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

360.00 kcal220.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

450.00 kcal294.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Summer, Winter

Summer

4.3 Varieties

Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig

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

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Green, Purple, Red

Dark purple

4.6 Inside Color

Pink

Yellow

4.7 Shape

Conical

Oval

4.8 Texture

Fleshy

Grainy

4.9 Taste

Sweet

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

4.10 Origin

Western Asia

Syria

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy

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

4.12.2 Soil pH

5-75.5-6.5

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Dry, Warm

Cold

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.

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

Turkey

United Kingdom

5.3.2 Other Countries

Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America

Ireland, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

France

United States of America

5.3.4 Top Exporter

Turkey

France

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Ficus carica

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

Alismidae

Rosidae

7.7 Order

Rosales

7.8 Family

Moraceae

Rosaceae

7.9 Genus

Ficus

Prunus

7.10 Species

Ficus carica

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

7.11 Generic Group

Mulberry

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Difference Between Fig and Damson

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Fig and Damson with peel is 74.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Fig and Damson 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 Fig and Damson is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Fig belongs to Moraceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.