White Grapefruit and Damson
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents high blood pressure
General Benefits
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
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, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Skin revitalization, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Remedy for split ends, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Vomiting
Side Effects
Allergic reaction
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
No
Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch), 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
100 g
Carbs
8.41 g
99+
11.42 g
99+
Fiber
1.10 g
35
1.40 g
32
Sugar
7.31 g
99+
9.92 g
22
Protein
0.69 g
99+
0.70 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.08
18
0.06
21
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
2.00 mcg
33
17.00 mcg
22
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.04 mg
27
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.02 mg
38
0.03 mg
33
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.27 mg
99+
0.42 mg
35
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.28 mg
16
0.14 mg
99+
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.04 mg
99+
0.03 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
10.00 mcg
25
5.00 mcg
30
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
33.30 mg
25
9.50 mg
99+
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.13 mg
34
0.26 mg
26
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
6.40 mcg
12
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
10.00 mcg
31
73.00 mcg
19
Choline
7.70 mg
12
1.90 mg
31
Fat
0.10 g
99+
0.28 g
29
Minerals
Potassium
148.00 mg
99+
157.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.06 mg
99+
0.17 mg
99+
Sodium
0.00 mg
21
2.00 mg
18
Calcium
12.00 mg
29
6.00 mg
39
Magnesium
9.00 mg
26
7.00 mg
28
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.10 mg
23
Phosphorus
8.00 mg
40
16.00 mg
29
Manganese
0.01 mg
99+
0.05 mg
99+
Copper
0.05 mg
99+
0.06 mg
39
Selenium
1.40 mcg
5
0.00 mcg
17
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
5.00 mg
33
0.00 mg
38
Omega 6s
19.00 mg
99+
44.00 mg
36
Sterol
Phytosterol
Not Available
7.00 mg
12
Water Content
90.48 g
10
87.02 g
26
Ash
0.33 g
36
0.40 g
33
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
46.00 kcal
27
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
33.00 kcal
21
Not Available
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
49.00 kcal
16
Calories in Dried Form
117.93 kcal
38
240.00 kcal
34
Calories in Canned Form
37.00 kcal
23
63.00 kcal
17
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
39.00 kcal
36
70.00 kcal
17
Calories in Jam
256.00 kcal
15
220.00 kcal
24
Calories in Pie
376.00 kcal
6
294.00 kcal
20
Characteristics
Type
Citrus, Tree fruit
Tree fruit
Season
All seasons
Summer
Varieties
Duncan, Marsh and Oro Blanco
Merryweather Damson, Shropshire Prune, President plum, Damson farleigh and Damson langley bullace
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
White
Dark purple
Inside Color
Creamy Yellow
Yellow
Shape
Round
Oval
Texture
Succulent
Grainy
Taste
Tart
Juicy, Sweet, Tart
Origin
Barbados
Syria
Grows on
Trees
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Loam, Well-drained
Clay, Loam, Moist, Sandy loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-8
5.5-6.5
Climatic Conditions
Humid, Warm
Cold
Facts
Facts about
- February is known as National Grapefruit Month.
- It is called as state fruit of texas.
- No mechanical devices are used while picking grapefruits, they are always handpicked.
- 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
China
United Kingdom
Other Countries
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Ireland, United States of America
Top Importer
Europe
United States of America
Top Exporter
United States of America
France
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus paradisi
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Synonym
Not Available
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Rosales
Family
Rutaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Citrus
Prunus
Species
C. × paradisi
Prunus domestica subsp. insititia
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Not Available
Difference Between White Grapefruit and Damson
We might think that White Grapefruit and Damson are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. White Grapefruit and Damson Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between White Grapefruit and Damson is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh White Grapefruit and Damson with peel is Not Available and 46.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is 33.00 kcal and Not Available respectively. Thus, White Grapefruit 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 White Grapefruit and Damson is Sapindales and Rosales respectively. White Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family and Damson belongs to Rosaceae family. White Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species and Damson belongs to Prunus genus of Prunus domestica subsp. insititia species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
