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Top 1 in Top 10 Health Benefits of Persimmon
Though small in size, persimmons are packed with an impressive amount of nutrients. In fact, one persimmon (168 grams) contains:
- Calories: 118
- Carbs: 31 grams
- Protein: 1 gram
- Fat: 0.3 grams
- Fiber: 6 grams
- Vitamin A: 55% of the RDI
- Vitamin C: 22% of the RDI
- Vitamin E: 6% of the RDI
- Vitamin K: 5% of the RDI
- Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine): 8% of the RDI
- Potassium: 8% of the RDI
- Copper: 9% of the RDI
- Manganese: 30% of the RDI
Persimmons include thiamin (B1), riboflavin (B2), folate, magnesium, and phosphorus. These vibrant fruits are low in calories and high in fiber, making them an ideal weight-loss snack. A single persimmon provides more than half of the daily value of vitamin A, a fat-soluble vitamin essential for immune function, eyesight, and embryonic development. Apart from vitamins and minerals, persimmons include a variety of plant chemicals, such as tannins, flavonoids, and carotenoids, which can benefit your health. The leaves of the persimmon fruit are high in vitamin C, tannins, and fiber, and are used in medicinal teas.
