Lime

Damson

Lime and Damson

Lime

Damson

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Arthritis treatment, Cholera treatment, Gout treatment, Heart care, Piles treatment, Scurvy treatment

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

General Benefits

Cures fever, Digestive aid, Eye care, 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, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne, Treatment of dark spots

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

Hair Benefits

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

Breathing difficulty, Coughing, Eye irritation, Hives, Inflammation, Nasal congestion, Runny nose, Skin rash, Wheezing

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Side Effects

Chances of sunburn

Allergic reaction

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, Best to drink warm water with lime on an empty stomach, 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)

Nutrition

Serving Size

100 g

Carbs

10.50 g11.42 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

2.80 g1.40 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

1.70 g9.92 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.70 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.070.06

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

2.00 mcg17.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.03 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.02 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.20 mg0.42 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.22 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.05 mg0.03 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

8.00 mcg5.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

29.10 mg9.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.22 mg0.26 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.60 mcg6.40 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

0.00 mcg73.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

5.10 mg1.90 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.20 g0.28 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

102.00 mg157.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.60 mg0.17 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

2.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

33.00 mg6.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

6.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.11 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

18.00 mg16.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.01 mg0.05 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.07 mg0.06 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.40 mcg0.00 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

19.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

36.00 mg44.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

10.00 mg7.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

88.26 g87.02 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.30 g0.40 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

30.00 kcal46.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

30.00 kcal37.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

30.00 kcal49.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

295.00 kcal240.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

20.68 kcal63.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

30.00 kcal70.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

250.00 kcal220.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

420.00 kcal294.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Citrus, Tree fruit

Tree fruit

Season

All seasons

Summer

Varieties

Key lime, Persian lime, Kaffir lime, Desert lime, Palestine Sweet Lime, Mexican Sweet Lime, Mary Ellen Sweet Lime

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Green

Dark purple

Inside Color

Light Green

Yellow

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Succulent

Grainy

Taste

Acidic, Sour

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Origin

India

Syria

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay loam, Sandy loam

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

Soil pH

6-7.55.5-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Sunny, Warm to hot climate

Cold

Facts

Facts about

Lime is the called as the powerhouse of flavors.
Fresh lime juice is so acidic that it can dissolve concrete.
Limes are more fragrant and acidic than lemons.
Persian limes are almost seedless and thorn less.

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

China

United Kingdom

Other Countries

Argentina, Brazil, India, Mexico

Ireland, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

Mexico

France

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Citrus aurantifolia

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Synonym

Citrus aurantiifolia

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Sapindales

Rosales

Family

Rutaceae

Rosaceae

Genus

Citrus

Prunus

Species

C. aurantifolia

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Generic Group

Citrus fruit

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Difference Between Lime and Damson

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Lime and Damson with peel is 30.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and 37.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Lime 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 Lime and Damson is Sapindales and Rosales respectively. Lime belongs to Rutaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Lime belongs to Citrus genus of C. aurantifolia species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.