American Persimmon

Date

American Persimmon and Date

American Persimmon

Date

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1 Benefits

1.1 Health Benefits

Anti-oxidant properties, Beneficial in curing fever, Cancer prevention, Heart care, Reduces nervous tension

Cancer prevention, Cures gastro-intestinal troubles, Diarrhea treatment, Heart care, Heat stroke treatment, Improves muscular strength, Prevents constipation, Prevents nerve damage, Strengthening of bones

1.1.1 General Benefits

Anti-inflammatory properties, Boosts immune system, Controls blood pressure, Digestive aid, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves blood circulation

Boosts immune system, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

1.2 Skin Benefits

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles

Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of skin diseases

1.3 Hair Benefits

Good conditioner, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Treatment of dandruff

Prevents hair loss, Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

Redness of eyes, Runny nose, Sneezing, Watery eyes

1.5 Side Effects

Affects blood glucose levels, Decrease in blood sugar levels, Coagulation

Allergic reaction, Diarrhoea, Intestinal gas, Stomach pain, Tooth decay, Weight gain

1.6 Recommeded for

1.6.1 Pregnant Women

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1.6.2 Lactating Women

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1.7 Best Time to Eat

Along with meal, As a snack in the late afternoon, Don't consume at night and before bed, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal.

Any time except an hour after meal, Don't consume at night and before bed

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

33.50 g75.03 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

NA8.00 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

NA63.35 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.80 g2.45 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.020.03

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

NA0.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

NA0.05 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

NA0.07 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

NA1.27 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

NA0.59 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

NA0.17 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

NA19.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

66.00 mg0.40 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

NA0.05 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

NA2.70 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

NA0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

NA75.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

NA6.30 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.40 g0.39 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

310.00 mg656.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

2.50 mg1.02 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

1.00 mg2.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

27.00 mg39.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

NA43.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

NA0.29 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

26.00 mg62.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

NA0.26 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

NA0.21 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

NA3.00 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

NA3.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

NA16.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

NANA

0 87

2.9 Water Content

64.40 g20.53 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.90 g1.60 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

127.00 kcal282.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NANA

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

276.00 kcal290.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NANA

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

25.00 kcal461.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

345.00 kcal384.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

257.00 kcal321.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Berry, Tree fruit

Tropical

4.2 Season

Autumn, Winter

Spring, Summer

4.3 Varieties

Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis

Barhi, Dayri, Deglet Noor, Halawy, Khadrawy, Medjool, Thoory and Zahidi

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Orange, Red, Yellow

Black, Brown, Red, Yellow

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

Brown

4.7 Shape

Round

Oval

4.8 Texture

Juicy

Fleshy

4.9 Taste

Sweet

4.10 Origin

Eastern United States

Iraq

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Sandy loam, Well-drained

Clay, Loam, Sand

4.12.2 Soil pH

6.5-7.58-10

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny

Hot, Warm

5 Facts

5.1 Facts about

It is said that formation of seeds inside the persimmon fruit shows what type of winter is coming(type of snow).
There are about 2000 varieties of this fruit.
The American persimmon has another name 'Possumwood'.

Date is known as the tree of life in Middle east.
Date palms cover 3% of the earth's total farmlands.
Scholars believe that date (and not apple) was the real fruit mentioned in the Bible's Garden of Eden.

5.2 In Alcoholic Beverages

5.2.1 Wine

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5.2.2 Beer

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5.2.3 Spirits

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5.2.4 Cocktails

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5.3 Production

5.3.1 Top Producer

China

Egypt

5.3.2 Other Countries

Azerbaijan, Brazil, Costa Rica, Japan, Korea, Pakistan

Algeria, Iraq, Oman, Pakistan, South Africa, United Arab Emirates

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

India

5.3.4 Top Exporter

United States of America

United Arab Emirates

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Diospyros virginiana

Phoenix Dactylifera

6.2 Synonym

Not Available

7 Classification

7.1 Domain

Eukarya

7.2 Kingdom

Plantae

7.3 Subkingdom

Tracheobionta

7.4 Division

Magnoliophyta

7.5 Class

Magnoliopsida

Liliopsida

7.6 Subclass

Dillenhidae

Arecidae

7.7 Order

Ericales

Arecales

7.8 Family

Ebenaceae

Arecaceae

7.9 Genus

Diospyros

Phoenix

7.10 Species

D. virginiana

P. dactylifera

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

Palm

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Difference Between American Persimmon and Date

We might think that American Persimmon and Date are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. American Persimmon and Date Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between American Persimmon and Date is explained here.

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh American Persimmon and Date with peel is 127.00 kcal and 282.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, American Persimmon and Date belong to High Calorie Fruits and High Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of American Persimmon and Date is Ericales and Arecales respectively. American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Date belongs to Arecaceae family. American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species and Date belongs to Phoenix genus of P. dactylifera species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.