This is one of the few products containing natural iodine (along with algae and fish), and in large quantities. In addition to iodine, persimmon contains a significant amount of vitamin C, beta-carotene, malic and citric acids, iron, calcium, copper, potassium and manganese. Also, fruits have a high content of sugars – glucose and sucrose.
Benefit
Due to the high content of vitamins, persimmon has a tonic and tonic effect. Thanks to iodine, it has a preventive effect and prevents the appearance of iodine deficiency, and also helps with various endocrine disorders that appear due to a lack of iodine in the diet. Improves appetite, helps with chronic stress and insomnia, increases efficiency and the body’s resistance to infections.
Among scientists there is an opinion that biologically active substances contained in persimmon help fight malignant formations. This fruit contains about twice as much dietary fiber as apples. And just like apples, persimmon contains many antioxidants that neutralize the harmful effects of free radicals and prevent cell aging.
In addition, the fruit has a bactericidal effect against Escherichia coli and even Staphylococcus aureus.
Противопоказания
Persimmon is an excellent addition to the daily diet, it can fill the lack of vitamins and minerals, strengthen the immune system and heal the body. However, it should not be consumed in large quantities by people suffering from diabetes and obesity. This is due to the fact that persimmons contain easily digestible sugars, an excess of which can lead to undesirable consequences.
