Persimmon
An autumn fruit with honeyed flesh and a notably high fibre content.
Nutrition per 100 g
Standardised to 100 g of persimmon for fair comparison. Typical serving: 1 fruit (168 g) — 118 kcal per 168 g serving.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (168 g) | Per 100 kcal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 70 kcal | 118 kcal | 100 kcal |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1 g | 0.8 g |
| Carbohydrate | 18.5 g | 31 g | 26.3 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Fibre | 3.6 g | 6 g | 5.1 g |
Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Micronutrients
Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of persimmon, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (168 g) | % DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 81 µg | 136 µg | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 7.5 mg | 12.6 mg | 8% |
| Vitamin D | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 0.73 mg | 1.2 mg | 5% |
| Vitamin K | 2.6 µg | 4.4 µg | 2% |
| Thiamin | 0.03 mg | 0.05 mg | 3% |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg | 0.034 mg | 2% |
| Niacin | 0.1 mg | 0.17 mg | <1% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | 0.17 mg | 6% |
| Folate | 8 µg | 13.4 µg | 2% |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 µg | 0 µg | 0% |
| Choline | 7.6 mg | 12.8 mg | 1% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 8 mg | 13.4 mg | <1% |
| Iron | 0.15 mg | 0.25 mg | <1% |
| Magnesium | 9 mg | 15.1 mg | 2% |
| Phosphorus | 17 mg | 28.6 mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 161 mg | 270 mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 1.7 mg | <1% |
| Zinc | 0.11 mg | 0.18 mg | 1% |
| Selenium | 0.6 µg | 1 µg | 1% |
| Copper | 0.11 mg | 0.18 mg | 12% |
| Manganese | 0.36 mg | 0.6 mg | 16% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central — Persimmons, japanese, raw
% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.
Why eat persimmon?
- Six grams of fibre in one fruit.
- Very high in vitamin A carotenoids.
How to include it
- Eat ripe Fuyu types like an apple.
- Slice into salads with goat's cheese.
Things to consider
- Astringent varieties must be fully ripe or they are unpleasantly chalky.
- Large amounts on an empty stomach have been linked to gastric bezoars.
Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.
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