American Persimmon

Fig

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American Persimmon

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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, Controls blood pressure, Heart care, Increase in haemoglobin, Prevents constipation, Prevents macular degeneration, Reduces nervous tension

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

Controls blood pressure, Helps in weight loss, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Strengthens bones

1.2 Skin Benefits

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

Brightens and lightens complexion, Hydrates skin, Skin rejuvenation, Treatment of acne

1.3 Hair Benefits

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

Good conditioner, Regulates hair growth, Softening mask

1.4 Allergy

1.4.1 Allergy Symptoms

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Inflammation

Abdominal pains, Anaphylaxis, Coughing, Headaches, Hives, Itching, Nasal congestion, Skin rash, Sneezing, Sore throat, Swelling of hands

1.5 Side Effects

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

Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy

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.

Best if taken as a breakfast (or empty stomach), Don't consume at night and before bed, Morning time (before lunch)

2 Nutrition

2.1 Serving Size

100 g

2.2 Carbs

33.50 g19.20 g

1 79.18

2.2.1 Fiber

NA2.90 g

0 10.4

2.2.2 Sugar

NA16.30 g

0 63.35

2.3 Protein

0.80 g0.80 g

0.3 14.07

2.3.1 Protein to Carb Ratio

0.020.04

0.02 0.52

2.4 Vitamins

2.4.1 Vitamin A (Retinol)

NA7.00 mcg

0 426

2.4.2 Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)

NA0.06 mg

0 0.428

2.4.3 Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

NA0.05 mg

0 1.3

2.4.4 Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

NA0.40 mg

0 2.8

2.4.5 Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)

NA0.30 mg

0 1.4

2.4.6 Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)

NA0.11 mg

0 0.4

2.4.7 Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)

NA6.00 mcg

0 81

2.4.8 Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)

66.00 mg2.00 mg

0 228.3

2.4.9 Vitamin E (Tocopherole)

NA0.11 mg

0 3.81

2.4.10 Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)

NA4.70 mcg

0 40.3

2.4.11 Lycopene

NA0.00 mcg

0 5204

2.4.12 Lutein+Zeaxanthin

NA9.00 mcg

0 834

2.4.13 Choline

NA4.70 mg

0 14.2

2.5 Fat

0.40 g0.30 g

0 33.49

2.6 Minerals

2.6.1 Potassium

310.00 mg232.00 mg

42 840

2.6.2 Iron

2.50 mg0.37 mg

0.06 9

2.6.3 Sodium

1.00 mg1.00 mg

0 1556

2.6.4 Calcium

27.00 mg35.00 mg

1 100

2.6.5 Magnesium

NA17.00 mg

0 92

2.6.6 Zinc

NA0.15 mg

0 2.7

2.6.7 Phosphorus

26.00 mg14.00 mg

0 113

2.6.8 Manganese

NA0.13 mg

0 3.3

2.6.9 Copper

NA0.07 mg

0 2

2.6.10 Selenium

NA0.20 mcg

0 63.7

2.7 Fatty Acids

2.7.1 Omega 3s

NA0.00 mg

0 318

2.7.2 Omega 6s

NA144.00 mg

0 1689

2.8 Sterol

2.8.1 Phytosterol

NA31.00 mg

0 87

2.9 Water Content

64.40 g79.11 g

0 95.23

2.10 Ash

0.90 g0.66 g

0 87.1

3 Calories

3.1 Serving Size

100 g

3.2 Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel

127.00 kcal74.00 kcal

15 299

3.3 Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel

NANA

12 354

3.4 Calories in Frozen Form

NA71.42 kcal

0 187

3.5 Calories in Dried Form

276.00 kcal249.00 kcal

32 747

3.6 Calories in Canned Form

NA69.00 kcal

17 443

3.7 Calories in Foods

3.7.1 Calories in Juice

25.00 kcal65.00 kcal

17 461

3.7.2 Calories in Jam

345.00 kcal360.00 kcal

49 420

3.7.3 Calories in Pie

257.00 kcal450.00 kcal

80 450

4 Characteristics

4.1 Type

Berry, Tree fruit

Tree fruit

4.2 Season

Autumn, Winter

Summer, Winter

4.3 Varieties

Early Golden, John Rick, Miller, Woolbright and Ennis

Abyad, Adriatic, Alma, Atreano, Bataglia, Black Bethlehem, Black Madeira, Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Sierra, Calimyrna, Kadota, Deanna, Figoin and Hardy Chicago Fig

4.4 Seedless Variety

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4.5 Color

Orange, Red, Yellow

Green, Purple, Red

4.6 Inside Color

Yellow

Pink

4.7 Shape

Round

Conical

4.8 Texture

Juicy

Fleshy

4.9 Taste

Sweet

4.10 Origin

Eastern United States

Western Asia

4.11 Grows on

Trees

4.12 Cultivation

4.12.1 Soil Type

Sandy loam, Well-drained

Clay, Limestone, Loam, Sandy

4.12.2 Soil pH

6.5-7.55-7

3.5 10

4.12.3 Climatic Conditions

Can tolerate wide range of climates, Sunny

Dry, 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'.

Fig tree is considered as a symbol of abundance, fertility and sweetness.
The fig is made up of 55% of natural sugar so they are the sweetest fruits.
Figs are used as a fat substitute in recipes.

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

Turkey

5.3.2 Other Countries

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

Albania, Algeria, Brazil, Egypt, Iran, Morocco, Syria, Tunisia, United States of America

5.3.3 Top Importer

United States of America

France

5.3.4 Top Exporter

United States of America

Turkey

6 Scientific Name

6.1 Botanical Name

Diospyros virginiana

Ficus carica

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

7.6 Subclass

Dillenhidae

Alismidae

7.7 Order

Ericales

Rosales

7.8 Family

Ebenaceae

Moraceae

7.9 Genus

Diospyros

Ficus

7.10 Species

D. virginiana

Ficus carica

7.11 Generic Group

Not Available

Mulberry

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Difference Between American Persimmon and Fig

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

The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh American Persimmon and Fig with peel is 127.00 kcal and 74.00 kcal and the amount of calories without peel is Not Available and Not Available respectively. Thus, American Persimmon and Fig belong to High Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of American Persimmon and Fig is Ericales and Rosales respectively. American Persimmon belongs to Ebenaceae family and Fig belongs to Moraceae family. American Persimmon belongs to Diospyros genus of D. virginiana species and Fig belongs to Ficus genus of Ficus carica species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.