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Benefits

Health Benefits

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

General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Controls blood sugar levels, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Sore throat treatment
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

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

Hair Benefits

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

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Itching, Skin Rashes, Swelling
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Side Effects

Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

Lactating Women

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

15.23 g11.42 g
1 79.18
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Fiber

3.10 g1.40 g
0 10.4
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Sugar

9.75 g9.92 g
0 63.35
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Protein

0.36 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)

1.00 mcg17.00 mcg
0 681
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.01 mg0.03 mg
0 0.428
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.03 mg0.03 mg
0 1.3
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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.16 mg0.42 mg
0 2.8
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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.05 mg0.14 mg
0 1.4
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.03 mg0.03 mg
0 0.4
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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

7.00 mcg5.00 mcg
0 81
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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

4.30 mg9.50 mg
0 228.3
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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.12 mg0.26 mg
0 3.81
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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

4.40 mcg6.40 mcg
0 40.3
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Lycopene

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg
0 5204
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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

44.00 mcg73.00 mcg
0 834
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Choline

5.10 mg1.90 mg
0 19.2
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Fat

0.14 g0.28 g
0 33.49
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Minerals

Potassium

116.00 mg157.00 mg
42 840
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Iron

0.18 mg0.17 mg
0.06 9
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Sodium

1.00 mg2.00 mg
0 1556
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Calcium

9.00 mg6.00 mg
1 100
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Magnesium

7.00 mg7.00 mg
0 92
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Zinc

0.10 mg0.10 mg
0 2.7
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Phosphorus

12.00 mg16.00 mg
0 113
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Manganese

0.05 mg0.05 mg
0 3.3
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Copper

0.08 mg0.06 mg
0 2
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Selenium

0.10 mcg0.00 mcg
0 63.7
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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

1.00 mg0.00 mg
0 318
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Omega 6s

93.00 mg44.00 mg
0 1689
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Sterol

Phytosterol

8.00 mg7.00 mg
0 87
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Water Content

83.96 g87.02 g
0 95.23
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Ash

0.32 g0.40 g
0 87.1
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Calories

Serving Size

100 g
100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

57.00 kcal46.00 kcal
15 354
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Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

57.00 kcal37.00 kcal
12 354
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Calories in Frozen Form

57.00 kcal49.00 kcal
0 354
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Calories in Dried Form

262.00 kcal240.00 kcal
16 747
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Calories in Canned Form

57.00 kcal63.00 kcal
15 443
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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

65.00 kcal70.00 kcal
16 461
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Calories in Jam

240.00 kcal220.00 kcal
49 420
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Calories in Pie

282.00 kcal294.00 kcal
80 450
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Characteristics

Type

Tree fruit
Tree fruit

Season

Autumn, Summer, Winter
Summer

Varieties

Green Anjou, Red Anjou, Bartlett, Red Bartlett, Bosc, Comice, Concorde, Forelle, Seckel and Starkrimson
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace

Seedless Variety

Color

Yellow
Dark purple

Inside Color

White
Yellow

Shape

Pear
Oval

Texture

Grainy
Grainy

Taste

Crunchy, Sweet
Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Origin

China, Japan
Syria

Grows on

Trees
Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

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

Soil pH

5-7.55.5-6.5
3.5 10
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Climatic Conditions

Cold, Hot, Without frosts
Cold

Facts

Facts about

  • The first pear tree was planted in North America in 1620.
  • The Chinese considered the pear fruit to be a symbol of immortality.
  • This fruit was used as a natural remedy against nausea in ancient Greece.
  • 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

Beer

Spirits

Cocktails

Production

Top Producer

China
United Kingdom

Other Countries

Argentina, Belgium, India, Italy, Japan, South Africa, Spain, Turkey, United States of America
Ireland, United States of America

Top Importer

Europe
United States of America

Top Exporter

China
France

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Pyrus communis
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Synonym

Pyrus
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

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

Pyrus
Prunus

Species

P. communis
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Generic Group

Rose
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Difference Between Pear and Damson

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pear and Damson with peel is 57.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 57.00 kcal and 37.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Pear 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 Pear and Damson is Rosales and Rosales respectively. Pear belongs to Rosaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Pear belongs to Pyrus genus of P. communis species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.