Guava and Damson
Benefits
Health Benefits
Cancer prevention, Diarrhea treatment, Prevents constipation, Scurvy treatment, Treatment of dysentary
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Controls blood pressure, Cures cough, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
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
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Treatment of skin diseases
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Hair thinning, Nail thinning, Skin problems, Tooth decay, Weakness, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
Yes
No
Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., 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
100 g
Carbs
14.30 g
30
11.42 g
99+
Fiber
5.40 g
8
1.40 g
32
Sugar
8.90 g
30
9.92 g
22
Protein
2.50 g
5
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.18
9
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
31.00 mcg
16
17.00 mcg
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.07 mg
13
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
23
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
1.08 mg
7
0.42 mg
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.45 mg
6
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.11 mg
14
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
49.00 mcg
3
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
228.30 mg
1
9.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.73 mg
15
0.26 mg
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
2.60 mcg
24
6.40 mcg
12
Lycopene
5,204.00 mcg
1
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
0.00 mcg
36
73.00 mcg
19
Choline
7.60 mg
13
1.90 mg
31
Fat
0.95 g
7
0.28 g
29
Minerals
Potassium
417.00 mg
10
157.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.26 mg
39
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
2.00 mg
18
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
18.00 mg
23
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
22.00 mg
11
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.23 mg
12
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
40.00 mg
8
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.15 mg
21
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
0.23 mg
5
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
0.60 mcg
10
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
112.00 mg
6
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
288.00 mg
5
44.00 mg
36
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
80.80 g
99+
87.02 g
26
Ash
1.40 g
5
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
68.00 kcal
15
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
325.00 kcal
13
240.00 kcal
34
Calories in Canned Form
57.00 kcal
19
63.00 kcal
17
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
55.00 kcal
25
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
240.00 kcal
21
220.00 kcal
24
Calories in Pie
340.00 kcal
11
294.00 kcal
20
Characteristics
Type
Tree fruit, Tropical
Tree fruit
Season
All seasons
Summer
Varieties
Lucknow 49, Allahabad Safeda, Chittidar, Harijha, Apple guava, Hafshi, Arka Mridula and Allahabad Surkha
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Green, Pink, Yellow
Dark purple
Inside Color
White
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Crispy
Grainy
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
Central America, Mexico, South America
Syria
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Rocky, Sandy
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
4.5-7
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Sunny
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- The black pigment in Guava leaves is used for textile applications.
- Guava leaves are used to make tea.
- Oils extracted from guava seeds are used in various cosmetics.
- Guava wood is used for decorative purposes.
- 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
India
United Kingdom
Other Countries
China, Indonesia, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, Thailand
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
Canada
United States of America
Top Exporter
India
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Psidium guajava
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
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Myrtales
Rosales
Family
Myrtaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Psidium
Prunus
Species
Psidium guajava
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Myrtle
Not Available
Difference Between Guava and Damson
We might think that Guava and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Guava and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Guava and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Guava and Damson with peel is 68.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, Guava 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 Guava and Damson is Myrtales and Rosales respectively. Guava belongs to Myrtaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Guava belongs to Psidium genus of Psidium guajava species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
