Nutrition Information On Japanese Persimmon.
Basic Nutrient Values
According to the California Department of Public Health, one medium-sized Japanese persimmon provides 118 calories, 0 g of fat, 1 g of protein, 31 g of carbohydrates, 6 g of dietary fiber and 2 mg of sodium. This fruit is rich in vitamins A and C. One fruit provides 2,733 International Units, or 55 percent, of the recommended daily value (DV) for vitamin A and 12.8 mg, or 21 percent, of the DV for vitamin C. Japanese persimmons are also high in manganese, a trace mineral, meeting 30 percent of the DV in one whole fruit.
Vitamins A and C
Vitamin A is important for healthy eyesight and support of the immune system. It also promotes normal reproductive function and is needed for manufacturing cells that line the digestive tract. Vitamin C also supports immune system function, according to the Colorado State University Extension. Both vitamins A and C are antioxidants. Antioxidants protect and repair the body's cells from damage caused by free radicals, which are by-products created when our cells use oxygen. Vitamin C helps with the production of collagen, which acts like "cement" to hold together ligaments and tendons. Finally, Vitamin C is essential for healthy gums, aids in wound healing and enhances iron absorption.