Gold Kiwi and Damson
Benefits
Health Benefits
Asthma treatment, Heart care, Improves stomach health, Regulation of heart rate, Treatment of skin Diseases
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Eye care, Helps in weight loss
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, Heals sunburn, Reduces wrinkles, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Breathing difficulty, Itching in tongue and other parts of mouth, Itching sensation in throat, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
Best Time to Eat
Any time except an hour after meal
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
100 g
Carbs
14.23 g
31
11.42 g
99+
Fiber
2.00 g
26
1.40 g
32
Sugar
10.98 g
18
9.92 g
22
Protein
1.23 g
18
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
4.00 mcg
31
17.00 mcg
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.02 mg
35
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.05 mg
21
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.28 mg
99+
0.42 mg
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.50 mg
4
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.06 mg
30
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
34.00 mcg
7
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
105.40 mg
4
9.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
1.49 mg
5
0.26 mg
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
5.50 mcg
13
6.40 mcg
12
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
114.00 mcg
13
73.00 mcg
19
Choline
5.00 mg
25
1.90 mg
31
Fat
0.56 g
16
0.28 g
29
Minerals
Potassium
316.00 mg
17
157.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.29 mg
36
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
3.00 mg
17
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
20.00 mg
22
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
14.00 mg
20
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.10 mg
23
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
29.00 mg
18
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.06 mg
99+
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
0.15 mg
12
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
3.10 mcg
3
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
163.00 mg
3
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
122.00 mg
16
44.00 mg
36
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
83.22 g
99+
87.02 g
26
Ash
0.76 g
14
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
60.00 kcal
18
46.00 kcal
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
49.00 kcal
16
Calories in Dried Form
352.00 kcal
10
240.00 kcal
34
Calories in Canned Form
105.00 kcal
6
63.00 kcal
17
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
61.00 kcal
21
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
245.00 kcal
20
220.00 kcal
24
Calories in Pie
345.00 kcal
10
294.00 kcal
20
Characteristics
Type
Tropical
Tree fruit
Season
Spring, Summer, Winter
Summer
Varieties
Qing Yuan #27, Qing Yuan #29, Qing Yuan #6 and Huang Yan
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Brown, Yellow
Dark purple
Inside Color
Yellow
Yellow
Shape
Oval
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Grainy
Taste
Sweet
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
China
Syria
Grows on
Vines
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
5-6.5
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Cold, Sunny
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- The name Kiwi is due to its resemblance with 'Kiwi' bird.
- This variety of Kiwi was developed by New Zealand, it is not fuzzy on the outside and it has a taste reminiscent of the mango fruit.
- 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
Yes
Yes
Beer
Yes
Yes
Spirits
Yes
Yes
Cocktails
Yes
Yes
Production
Top Producer
Italy
United Kingdom
Other Countries
Chile, France, Greece, Iran, Japan, New Zealand, Portugal, Turkey, United States of America
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
United States of America
United States of America
Top Exporter
New Zealand
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Actinidia chinensis
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Dillenhidae
Rosidae
Order
Ericales
Rosales
Family
Actinidiaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Actinidia
Prunus
Species
A. chinensis
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Kiwi
Not Available
Difference Between Gold Kiwi and Damson
We might think that Gold Kiwi and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Gold Kiwi and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Gold Kiwi and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Gold Kiwi and Damson with peel is 60.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Gold Kiwi 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 Gold Kiwi and Damson is Ericales and Rosales respectively. Gold Kiwi belongs to Actinidiaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Gold Kiwi belongs to Actinidia genus of A. chinensis species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
