Loquat

Damson

Loquat and Damson

Loquat

Damson

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension, Reduces blood circulation problems, Reduces stress, Regulation of heart rate, Strengthening of bones

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

General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, 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

Anti-aging benefits, Reduces wrinkles, 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

Protects hair

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Diarrhea, Itching of mouth, Nasal congestion, Sneezing, Swelling of face, Watery eyes

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Side Effects

Allergic reaction

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, 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

12.14 g11.42 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

1.70 g1.40 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

12.10 g9.92 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.40 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.030.06

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

76.00 mcg17.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.02 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)

0.18 mg0.42 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

-0.14 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.10 mg0.03 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

14.00 mcg5.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

1.00 mg9.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.40 mg0.26 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.20 mcg6.40 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

-73.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

2.30 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

266.00 mg157.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.28 mg0.17 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

1.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

16.00 mg6.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

13.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.05 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

27.00 mg16.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.15 mg0.05 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.04 mg0.06 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.60 mcg0.00 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

13.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

77.00 mg44.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

2.00 mg7.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

86.73 g87.02 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.50 g0.40 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

47.00 kcal46.00 kcal

15 354

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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

47.00 kcal37.00 kcal

12 354

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Calories in Frozen Form

47.00 kcal49.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

266.00 kcal240.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

67.00 kcal63.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

47.00 kcal70.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

200.00 kcal220.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

250.00 kcal294.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit, Tropical

Tree fruit

Season

Winter

Summer

Varieties

Ahdar, Ahmar, Asfar, Blush, Champagne, Early Red, Eulalia, Fire Ball, Golden Red, Golden Yellow, Oliver, Thales, Thames Pride, Victor and Wolfe

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Orange, Yellow

Dark purple

Inside Color

Orange

Yellow

Shape

Oval

Texture

Juicy

Grainy

Taste

Sweet, Tart

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Origin

China

Syria

Grows on

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained

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

Soil pH

5.5-6.55.5-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Warm to hot climate

Cold

Facts

Facts about

Loquats are used in plum wine manufacturing.
Dried leaves of loquat are used to make herbal tea.
The seeds of loquat are slightly toxic & the symptoms of intoxication are nausea, vomiting & shortness of breath.

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

Japan

United Kingdom

Other Countries

Brazil, Chile, China, Egypt, Israel, Italy, Morocco, Pakistan, Portugal, Spain, Turkey

Ireland, United States of America

Top Importer

China

United States of America

Top Exporter

Spain

France

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Eriobotrya japonica

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Synonym

Crataegus bibas or Mespilus japonica or Photinia japonica

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Rosidae

Order

Rosales

Family

Rosaceae

Genus

Eriobotrya

Prunus

Species

E. japonica

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Generic Group

Rose

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Difference Between Loquat and Damson

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Loquat and Damson with peel is 47.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 47.00 kcal and 37.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Loquat 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 Loquat and Damson is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Loquat belongs to Rosaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Loquat belongs to Eriobotrya genus of E. japonica species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.