Fig

Damson

Fig and Damson

Fig

Damson

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Benefits

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

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

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

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

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

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

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

Allergic reaction

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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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)

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

19.20 g11.42 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

2.90 g1.40 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

16.30 g9.92 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.80 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.040.06

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

7.00 mcg17.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.06 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.05 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.40 mg0.42 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.30 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.11 mg0.03 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

6.00 mcg5.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

2.00 mg9.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.11 mg0.26 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

4.70 mcg6.40 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

9.00 mcg73.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

4.70 mg1.90 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.30 g0.28 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

232.00 mg157.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.37 mg0.17 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

1.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

35.00 mg6.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

17.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.15 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

14.00 mg16.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.13 mg0.05 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.07 mg0.06 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.20 mcg0.00 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

144.00 mg44.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

31.00 mg7.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

79.11 g87.02 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.66 g0.40 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

74.00 kcal46.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

74.00 kcal37.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

71.42 kcal49.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

249.00 kcal240.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

69.00 kcal63.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

65.00 kcal70.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

360.00 kcal220.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

450.00 kcal294.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit

Season

Summer, Winter

Summer

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Green, Purple, Red

Dark purple

Inside Color

Pink

Yellow

Shape

Conical

Oval

Texture

Fleshy

Grainy

Taste

Sweet

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Origin

Western Asia

Syria

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy

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

Soil pH

5-75.5-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Dry, Warm

Cold

Facts

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.

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

Turkey

United Kingdom

Other Countries

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

Ireland, United States of America

Top Importer

France

United States of America

Top Exporter

Turkey

France

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Ficus carica

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Synonym

Ficus Carica

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Alismidae

Rosidae

Order

Rosales

Family

Moraceae

Rosaceae

Genus

Ficus

Prunus

Species

Ficus carica

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

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 74.00 kcal and 37.00 kcal 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.