How healthy is persimmon?
Is persimmon healthy? Yes, for most people. Persimmon scores 62/100 on the HowHealthyIs Score: 100 g provides 70 kcal, 3.6 g fiber and 81 µg vitamin A. Persimmons are rich in vitamin A and fiber, with a honey-like sweetness. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Score explained
The score compares nutrient density per 100 kcal across every food we cover (NRF9.3 method). Persimmon ranks higher than 62% of them.
Counts in favor (% daily value per 100 kcal)
- Fiber18%
- Vitamin A13%
- Vitamin C12%
- Vitamin E7%
- Potassium5%
- Magnesium3%
- Protein2%
- Iron1%
- Calcium1%
Counts against
- Saturated fat0%
- Added sugars0%
- Sodium0%
Raw NRF9.3: 62 minus 0 = 62. The score is not a verdict on whether to eat a food; portion, the whole meal and your own health matter more. Full methodology
How many calories are in persimmon?
Calories118kcal
Protein1g
Carbohydrates31g
Fat0.3g
Fiber6g
Sugars21g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per portion | %DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy and macronutrients | |||
| Calories | 70 kcal | 118 kcal | |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1 g | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 19 g | 31 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 6 g | 22% |
| Sugars | 13 g | 21 g | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.3 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | <0.1 g | <0.1 g | 0% |
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 81 µg | 136 µg | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 7.5 mg | 13 mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E | 0.7 mg | 1.2 mg | 8% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 8 mg | 13 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 0.3 mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 161 mg | 270 mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 9 mg | 15 mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 1 mg | 1.7 mg | 0% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central, "Persimmons, japanese, raw" (FDC 169941). Values rounded.
Why is persimmon good for you?
- 6 g fiber in 1 fruit, 22% of the daily value. Most adults eat well under the 28 g daily value for fiber.
- 136 µg vitamin A in 1 fruit, 15% of the daily value. Vitamin A contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.
- 13 mg vitamin C in 1 fruit, 14% of the daily value. Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
Good ways to use it
- Autumn salads
- Snacks
What should you watch out for?
- Unripe astringent persimmons can be hard to digest; eat them fully ripe.
Which fruits score higher?
Other fruits with more nutrition per calorie. Variety matters more than picking one winner.
How does persimmon compare?
Common questions about persimmon
How many calories are in persimmon?
100 g of persimmon has 70 kcal. A typical portion, 1 fruit (168 g), has about 118 kcal.
How much protein is in persimmon?
Persimmon has 0.6 g of protein per 100 g, or about 1 g in 1 fruit.
Is persimmon good for weight loss?
Persimmon is low in calories (70 kcal per 100 g), so it adds volume to meals without many calories. No single food causes weight loss; the overall diet does.