Watermelon

Damson

Watermelon and Damson

Watermelon

Damson

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Benefits

Health Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Anti-inflammatory properties, Asthma treatment, Body hydration, Cancer prevention, Digestive aid, Skin cleansing, Skin rejuvenation

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

General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Body hydration, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Maintains healthy cholesterol level

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, Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin

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

Hair Benefits

Promotes longer and healthier hair, Regulates hair growth

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

Allergy

Allergy Symptoms

Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Runny nose, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Watery eyes

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting

Side Effects

Allergic reaction, Bloating, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Intestinal gas, Nausea, Vomiting

Allergic reaction

Recommeded for

Pregnant Women

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Lactating Women

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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., Strictly avoid empty stomach

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

7.55 g11.42 g

1 79.18

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Fiber

0.40 g1.40 g

0 10.4

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Sugar

6.20 g9.92 g

0 63.35

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Protein

0.61 g0.70 g

0.3 14.07

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Protein to Carb Ratio

0.080.06

0.02 0.52

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Vitamins

Vitamin A (Retinol)

28.00 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)

0.18 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)

3.00 mcg5.00 mcg

0 81

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Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

8.10 mg9.50 mg

0 228.3

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Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

0.05 mg0.26 mg

0 3.81

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Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

0.10 mcg6.40 mcg

0 40.3

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Lycopene

4,532.00 mcg0.00 mcg

0 5204

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Lutein+Zeaxanthin

8.00 mcg73.00 mcg

0 834

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Choline

4.10 mg1.90 mg

0 19.2

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Fat

0.15 g0.28 g

0 33.49

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Minerals

Potassium

112.00 mg157.00 mg

42 840

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Iron

0.24 mg0.17 mg

0.06 9

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Sodium

1.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

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Calcium

7.00 mg6.00 mg

1 100

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Magnesium

10.00 mg7.00 mg

0 92

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Zinc

0.10 mg0.10 mg

0 2.7

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Phosphorus

11.00 mg16.00 mg

0 113

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Manganese

0.04 mg0.05 mg

0 3.3

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Copper

0.04 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

0.00 mg0.00 mg

0 318

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Omega 6s

50.00 mg44.00 mg

0 1689

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Sterol

Phytosterol

2.00 mg7.00 mg

0 87

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Water Content

91.45 g87.02 g

0 95.23

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Ash

0.25 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

340.00 kcal240.00 kcal

16 747

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Calories in Canned Form

30.00 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

252.00 kcal220.00 kcal

49 420

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Calories in Pie

150.00 kcal294.00 kcal

80 450

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Characteristics

Type

Berry, Melon

Tree fruit

Season

Summer

Varieties

Sugar Baby, Sangria, Golden Midget, Starlight, Jubilee, Starbrite, Extazy, Stars 'n' Stripes, Mickylee, Yellow Baby, Yellow Doll, Little Baby Flower, Sweet Favorite and Cream of Saskatchewan

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

Seedless Variety

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Color

Canary yellow, Coral red, Orange, Salmon yellow, Scarlet red, White

Dark purple

Inside Color

Red

Yellow

Shape

Round

Oval

Texture

Crispy

Grainy

Taste

Sweet

Juicy, Sweet, Tart

Origin

Southern Africa

Syria

Grows on

Vines

Trees

Cultivation

Soil Type

Sandy, Well-drained

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

Soil pH

6-6.85.5-6.5

3.5 10

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Climatic Conditions

Dry, Hot

Cold

Facts

Facts about

Watermelon contain 91% of water.
In Japan & Chine, watermelon is a popular gift to bring a host.
Entire watermelon is edible, even the rinds & seeds.
There are more than 1200 varieties grown in the world.

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

Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Kazakhstan, Mexico, Spain, Turkey, United States of America

Ireland, United States of America

Top Importer

Germany

United States of America

Top Exporter

China

France

Scientific Name

Botanical Name

Citrullus Lanatus

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Synonym

Citrullus vulgaris

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

Citrullus

Prunus

Species

C. lanatus

Prunus domestica subsp. insititia

Generic Group

Gourd

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Difference Between Watermelon and Damson

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Watermelon 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, Watermelon 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 Watermelon and Damson is Cucurbitales and Rosales respectively. Watermelon belongs to Cucurbitaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. Watermelon belongs to Citrullus genus of C. lanatus species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.