Persimmons are rich in vitamins C and A, beta-carotene[5], flavonoids, and phenolic compounds such as catechins and gallocatechins, which have been linked to the prevention of different types of cancer. Like most fruits, persimmons are an excellent source of fiber, with one satisfying almost 20% of your daily needs. Fiber helps the body process food in a more efficient way by increasing the volume of feces, stimulating peristalsis to move food through the digestive tract, and has been shown to increase the production of gastric and digestive juices and relieve constipation and diarrhea.

Persimmon in the fruit of the sweetness in the first place, so known as "the sweetest golden fruit". Persimmons are a seasonal fruit in the fall, with many varieties and different flavors, and can be divided into two main categories: astringent persimmons and sweet persimmons. Sweet persimmons are naturally astringent during the ripening process and can be eaten directly after harvest; astringent persimmons must be astringent by artificial processing.

Nutritional value of alkaline persimmons

The alkaline persimmon is one of the varieties of persimmons, so what is the nutritional value of alkaline persimmons?

Alkali persimmons are rich in many vitamins, especially vitamin A, beta-carotene, lutein, lycopene and cryptoxanthin. These vitamins act as antioxidants in the body, reducing oxidative stress and preventing premature aging such as wrinkles, age spots, Alzheimer's disease disease, fatigue, vision loss disease, muscle weakness, and many other diseases. Supports the protective potential of a certain polyphenol found in alkaline persimmon peels, which plays a crucial role in oxidative damage during the aging process.

Potassium is another mineral found in abundance in alkali persimmons. Potassium acts as a vasodilator and lowers blood pressure, thereby increasing blood flow to different parts of the body. Low blood pressure also reduces the stress on the cardiovascular system and prevents the occurrence of various heart diseases. Alkali persimmons also contain various vascular sclerotic organic compounds that further lower blood pressure, making them a heart-healthy fruit.