{"id":165297,"date":"2022-12-08T13:40:28","date_gmt":"2022-12-08T13:40:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=164700"},"modified":"2026-04-20T10:41:33","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T10:41:33","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-persimmon-fruit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-persimmon-fruit\/","title":{"rendered":"Persimmon (Amlok) Fruit: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects By Dr. Rajeev Singh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Persimmon Fruit<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Persimmon Fruit<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Persimmon (Amlok) Fruit for Overall Health<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Persimmon (Amlok) Fruit?<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Persimmon Fruit<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Persimmon Fruit<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
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<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHave you ever wondered which fruit twins with oranges? It is persimmon! A fibrous, fleshy, deciduous and tropical fruit. The scientific name of persimmon is Diospyros kaki<\/em>, and it belongs to the family Ebenaceae<\/em>. Persimmons are commonly cultivated in countries like Japan, China, Korea, Brazil, Italy and Turkey. However, the maximum production of persimmon is from China. There are about 400 species of persimmon, did you know? It is the fifth fastest-developing fruit crop in the world! Persimmons have been gaining popularity due to their hidden health benefits1<\/a>,2<\/a><\/sup>. Let us have a glance at some of them.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/span>Nutritional Value of Persimmon Fruit<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Persimmon fruits may contain several bioactive compounds like proanthocyanidins, catechins, triterpenoids, carotenoids, tocopherols, flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, polyphenols and many more. Additionally, persimmon fruit may contain the following nutrients:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Water:<\/strong> 64.4 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Energy:<\/strong> 127 kcal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Carbohydrates:<\/strong> 33.5 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fats:<\/strong> 0.4 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Protein:<\/strong> 0.8 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Phosphorus:<\/strong> 26 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sodium:<\/strong> 1 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Calcium:<\/strong> 27 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Iron:<\/strong> 2.5 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Potassium:<\/strong> 310 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid):<\/strong> 66 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Tryptophan:<\/strong> 0.014 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Threonine:<\/strong> 0.041 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Glutamic acid:<\/strong> 0.104 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Valine:<\/strong> 0.042 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Leucine:<\/strong> 0.058 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Methionine:<\/strong> 0.007 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Properties of Persimmon Fruit<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSeveral studies have shown that persimmon fruit may have the following properties 1<\/a><\/sup>:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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It may act as an antioxidant.^{\u00a0<\/sup>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
It may help to lower blood pressure.^{\u00a0<\/sup>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
It may reduce cholesterol levels.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may have blood-sugar lowering properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may possess anti-bacterial properties.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may be used in case of allergies.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
It may reduce the occurrence of mutations (changes in the structure of genes), reducing the risk of genetic disorders cancer.^{\u00a0<\/sup>\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n}
It may reduce the risk of platelets sticking to each other (reducing chances of unnecessary blood clotting).^{\u00a0<\/sup>\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n}
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Persimmon fruit is highly nutritious and packed with vitamins, polyphenols, and dietary fibre. Fermented versions of Persimmon fruit might be associated with helping in around 15% weight reduction and reduced liver and abdominal fat 13<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\nDr. Siddharth Gupta, B.A.M.S, M.D (Ayu)<\/a><\/strong><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Uses of Persimmon (Amlok) Fruit for Overall Health<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Some of the potential uses of persimmon fruit are:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Potential Use of Persimmon Fruit for Heart<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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A study 4<\/a><\/sup> by Buelga et al. in 2000 showed that bioactive proanthocyanidins in persimmon fruit might help lower blood pressure. It may also reduce the risk of platelet aggregation and thereby reduce the occurrence of thrombosis. Thrombosis occurs when a blood clot blocks the arteries or veins. Persimmon can also enhance nitric oxide production in the body, which may further relax the blood vessels to improve blood flow. In these ways, persimmon may be beneficial in reducing the risk of heart diseases 2<\/a>,4<\/a><\/sup>. However, more studies on humans are yet to be done to check the effect of persimmon fruit for heart conditions. Therefore, you must consult your doctor if you have any symptoms of heart disease and not just rely on persimmons.\u00a0<\/p>
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