Medical Effects
The Sharon fruit was found to contain high levels of dietary fiber, phenolic compounds, potassium, magnesium, calcium, iron and manganese. They are also rich in vitamin C and beta carotene. Regular consumption of the fruit is believed to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis heart attacks. A separate research project showed that a diet rich in Sharon fruit persimmons improved lipid metabolism – the way the body copes with fat – in laboratory rats.
The fruits of some persimmon varieties contain the tannins catechin and gallocatechin, as well as the candidate anti-tumor compounds betulinic acid and shibuol.
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