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Loquat and Damson


Damson and Loquat


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   
Allergic reaction   

Recommeded for
  
  

Pregnant Women
Yes   
Yes   

Lactating Women
Yes   
No   

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   
100 g   

Carbs
12.14 g   
40
11.42 g   
99+

Fiber
1.70 g   
29
1.40 g   
32

Sugar
Not Available   
9.92 g   
22

Protein
0.40 g   
99+
0.70 g   
99+

Protein to Carb Ratio
0.03   
25
0.06   
21

Vitamins
  
  

Vitamin A (Retinol)
76.00 mcg   
8
17.00 mcg   
22

Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.02 mg   
39
0.03 mg   
33

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg   
35
0.03 mg   
33

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.18 mg   
99+
0.42 mg   
35

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Not Available   
0.14 mg   
99+

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.10 mg   
15
0.03 mg   
99+

Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
14.00 mcg   
21
5.00 mcg   
30

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Not Available   
9.50 mg   
99+

Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
Not Available   
0.26 mg   
26

Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
Not Available   
6.40 mcg   
12

Lycopene
Not Available   
0.00 mcg   
9

Lutein+Zeaxanthin
Not Available   
73.00 mcg   
19

Choline
Not Available   
1.90 mg   
31

Fat
0.20 g   
33
0.28 g   
29

Minerals
  
  

Potassium
266.00 mg   
24
157.00 mg   
99+

Iron
0.28 mg   
37
0.17 mg   
99+

Sodium
1.00 mg   
20
2.00 mg   
18

Calcium
16.00 mg   
25
6.00 mg   
39

Magnesium
13.00 mg   
22
7.00 mg   
28

Zinc
0.05 mg   
28
0.10 mg   
23

Phosphorus
27.00 mg   
19
16.00 mg   
29

Manganese
0.15 mg   
22
0.05 mg   
99+

Copper
0.04 mg   
99+
0.06 mg   
39

Selenium
0.60 mcg   
10
0.00 mcg   
17

Fatty Acids
  
  

Omega 3s
13.00 mg   
28
0.00 mg   
38

Omega 6s
77.00 mg   
26
44.00 mg   
36

Sterol
  
  

Phytosterol
2.00 mg   
15
7.00 mg   
12

Water Content
86.73 g   
29
87.02 g   
26

Ash
0.50 g   
26
0.40 g   
33

Calories

Serving Size
100 g   
100 g   

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
47.00 kcal   
26
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
Not Available   
240.00 kcal   
34

Calories in Canned Form
67.00 kcal   
16
63.00 kcal   
17

Calories in Foods
  
  

Calories in Juice
Not Available   
70.00 kcal   
17

Calories in Jam
Not Available   
220.00 kcal   
24

Calories in Pie
Not Available   
294.00 kcal   
20

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
No   
No   

Color
Orange, Yellow   
Dark purple   

Inside Color
Orange   
Yellow   

Shape
Oval   
Oval   

Texture
Juicy   
Grainy   

Taste
Sweet, Tart   
Juicy, Sweet, Tart   

Origin
China   
Syria   

Grows on
Trees   
Trees   

Cultivation
  
  

Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sand, Well-drained   
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained   

Soil pH
5.5-6.5   
5.5-6.5   

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
Yes   
Yes   

Beer
Yes   
Yes   

Spirits
Yes   
Yes   

Cocktails
Yes   
Yes   

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   
Not Available   

Classification

Domain
Eukarya   
Eukarya   

Kingdom
Plantae   
Plantae   

Subkingdom
Tracheobionta   
Tracheobionta   

Division
Magnoliophyta   
Magnoliophyta   

Class
Magnoliopsida   
Magnoliopsida   

Subclass
Rosidae   
Rosidae   

Order
Rosales   
Rosales   

Family
Rosaceae   
Rosaceae   

Genus
Eriobotrya   
Prunus   

Species
E. japonica   
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia   

Generic Group
Rose   
Not Available   

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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 Not Available and Not Available 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.

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