Pumpkin

Damson

Pumpkin and Damson

Pumpkin

Damson

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, High Cholesterol Regulation, Lower blood pressure, Helps Prevent cataract, Prevents gall stones, Ulcer treatment, Weight loss properties

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

General Benefits

Boosts respiratory health, Eliminate parasites and infections, Protects against birth defects, 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

Heals sunburn, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation

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

Hair Benefits

Regulates hair growth

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

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal cramps, Anaphylaxis, Digestive Problems, Dizziness, Eczema, Fainting, Hives, Inflammation, Itching, Tingling sensation in wrist and face, Vomiting, Wheezing

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Side Effects

Kidney and gallbladder diseases

Allergic reaction

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, 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

Carbs

6.50 g11.42 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

0.50 g1.40 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

2.76 g9.92 g

0 63.35

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Protein

1.00 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.150.06

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

426.00 mcg17.00 mcg

0 681

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Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

0.05 mg0.03 mg

0 0.428

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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

0.11 mg0.03 mg

0 1.3

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Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

0.60 mg0.42 mg

0 2.8

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Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

0.30 mg0.14 mg

0 1.4

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

0.06 mg0.03 mg

0 0.4

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Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

16.00 mcg5.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

9.00 mg9.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.44 mg0.26 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

1.10 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

0.00 mg1.90 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.10 g0.28 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

340.00 mg157.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.80 mg0.17 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

1.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

21.00 mg6.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

12.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.32 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

44.00 mg16.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.13 mg0.05 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.00 mg0.06 mg

0 2

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Selenium

0.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 63.7

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Fatty Acids

Omega 3s

82.22 mg0.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

49.00 mg44.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

0.00 mg7.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

94.20 g87.02 g

0 95.23

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Ash

1.40 g0.40 g

0 87.1

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Calories

Serving Size

100 g

Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

26.00 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

26.00 kcal49.00 kcal

0 354

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Calories in Dried Form

213.00 kcal240.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

34.00 kcal63.00 kcal

15 443

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Calories in Foods

Calories in Juice

46.00 kcal70.00 kcal

16 461

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Calories in Jam

130.00 kcal220.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

244.00 kcal294.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Berry

Tree fruit

Season

All seasons

Summer

Varieties

Jarrahdale, Peanut, Lakota, Cow, Sugar, Caribean, Red kuri, Buttercup and Pink lady

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Blue, Green, Orange, Red, White

Dark purple

Inside Color

Creamy Yellow

Yellow

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Fibrous

Grainy

Taste

Creamy, Soft, Sweet

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Origin

Mexico

Syria

Grows on

Vines

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Clay loam, Sandy loam, Well-drained

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

Soil pH

5.5-7.55.5-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Warm to hot climate

Cold

Facts

Facts about

The name pumpkin has its roots in the Greek word ‘pepon’, meaning ‘large melon’.
The largest pumpkin ever grown weighed 1,140 pounds.
Pumpkins were once known for removing freckles & curing snake bites.

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

Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Italy, Mexico, Russia, Spain, United States of America

Ireland, United States of America

Top Importer

United States of America

Top Exporter

China

France

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Cucurbita maxima

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Synonym

Cucurbita pepo, Squash

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Classification

Domain

Eukarya

Kingdom

Plantae

Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

Division

Magnoliophyta

Class

Magnoliopsida

Subclass

Dillenhidae

Rosidae

Order

Cucurbitales

Rosales

Family

Cucurbitaceae

Rosaceae

Genus

Cucurbita

Prunus

Species

Cucurbita mixta

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Generic Group

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Difference Between Pumpkin and Damson

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Pumpkin and Damson with peel is 26.00 kcal and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 30.00 kcal and 37.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Pumpkin and Damson belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Pumpkin and Damson is Cucurbitales and Rosales respectively. Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Pumpkin belongs to Cucurbita genus of Cucurbita mixta species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.