One persimmon, which is roughly 168g, has about:\n<\/p>\n
120 calories32g carbohydrate~1g protein0.3g fat6g of fiber<\/p>\n
Persimmons are rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants<\/a>, offering a range of health benefits as a result.\n<\/p>\n They Contain Antioxidants That Fight Inflammation <\/p>\n Due to persimmons’ antioxidant profile<\/a>, they may help reduce inflammation<\/a>, Coogan said.\n<\/p>\n Their antioxidant profile includes:\n<\/p>\n Beta-carotene: This converts to vitamin A in the body and supports eye health. They May Boost Heart Health <\/p>\n In addition to the heart health benefits<\/a> of their flavonoids, persimmons also contain folate, which may play a role in reducing the risk of heart disease.\n<\/p>\n “They also provide phytochemicals, which are healthy for your heart,” added said\u00a0Joan Salge Blake, RDN<\/a>, a dietitian and nutrition professor at Boston University.\n<\/p>\n Persimmons also contain heart-healthy minerals<\/a>, including potassium and manganese, both of which help to regulate blood pressure<\/a>. Plus, the fiber in persimmons can also positively impact heart health by helping to reduce LDL cholesterol, Coogan added.\n<\/p>\n “Fiber will bind to fat and bile salts to remove them from the bloodstream,” she said. “Furthermore, fiber is essential for blood sugar regulation<\/a>.”\n<\/p>\n They Are Good for Digestion <\/p>\n All that fiber is also really good for your digestion.\n<\/p>\n Fiber is essential for proper digestive health<\/a>, Coogan said. It helps to keep your bowel movements regular<\/a>, keeps you feeling full, and also helps slow down carbohydrate digestion by forming a gel-like substance that slows the absorption of glucose in the bloodstream.\n<\/p>\n In this way, fiber supports both proper digestion and heart health. “Most American adults are falling short of their fiber intake, so persimmons are a sweet way to add more to their diet,” Blake said.<\/p>\n They Are a Good Source of Hydration <\/p>\n Similar to other hydrating fruits like watermelon, persimmons are a great source of hydration<\/a>. These fruits have a high water content<\/a>, with some studies suggesting it may be as much as 80.3%.\n<\/p>\n Their high water content, combined with all the minerals, electrolytes, and fiber they provide, make eating persimmons regularly a great way to stay sufficiently hydrated.\n<\/p>\n Mental Health, Brain Health, and More <\/p>\n Many of the nutrients in persimmons offer support for both mental and brain health, Coogan said. This includes folate and magnesium for mental health, as well as thiamin (B1) for brain health.\n<\/p>\n Research also suggests that the antioxidants in persimmons may protect cognitive function.\n<\/p>\n In addition to supporting mental health, folate also aids in\u00a0the production of red blood cells, while magnesium supports bone health. Persimmons also contain phosphorus, which helps with nerve and cellular function as well as bone and teeth health, she added.\n<\/p>\n Verywell Health uses only high-quality sources, including peer-reviewed studies, to support the facts within our articles. Read our editorial process<\/a> to learn more about how we fact-check and keep our content accurate, reliable, and trustworthy.<\/p>\n USDA. Persimmons, Japanese, Raw. <\/a><\/p>\n Butt MS, Sultan MT, Aziz M, et al. Persimmon (Diospyros kaki) fruit: hidden phytochemicals and health claims<\/a>.\u00a0EXCLI Journal. 2015;14:542. doi:10.17179\/excli2015-159<\/p>\n Direito R, Rocha J, Sepodes B, Eduardo-Figueira M. From diospyros kaki l. (Persimmon)Phytochemical profile and health impact to new product perspectives and waste valorization<\/a>.\u00a0Nutrients. 2021;13(9):3283. doi:10.3390\/nu13093283<\/p>\n Zhao J, Chen Z, Li L, Sun B. UHPLC-MS\/MS analysis and protective effects on neurodegenerative diseases of phenolic compounds in different parts of Diospyros kaki L. cv. Mopan<\/a>.\u00a0Food Research International. 2024;184:114251. doi:10.1016\/j.foodres.2024.114251<\/p>\n
\nVitamins A, C, and E<\/a>: These support eye, immune system, and skin health.
\nQuercetin and kaempferol<\/a>: These are flavonoids that support heart health by reducing blood pressure and helping to reduce LDL cholesterol.
\nRiboflavin (B2)<\/a>: This helps fight off free radical damage, assists in macronutrient metabolism, supports hair, skin, and eye health, and possibly helps prevent migraine symptoms.<\/p>\n![\"Mira](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/FE3F9AD2-9085-40B8-8E8E-AF95656B0B37-048bcc651b0f4063b40038d3df45e712.jpeg\")
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