The Mid-Autumn Festival season also marks the time when sweet, delicious persimmons are in abundance. Among them, dried persimmon stands out with its chewy texture, delightful flavor, and eye-catching reddish-orange hue, making it a popular treat. So, how many calories are in dried persimmon? And does eating dried persimmon make you gain weight?
How many calories are in dried persimmon?
The nutritional value and calorie content of dried persimmon can vary depending on whether sugar is added during the drying process. Typically, 100 grams of natural dried persimmon contains about 100 to 130 calories. However, if additional sugar is used, the calorie content can exceed 200 calories per 100 grams.
When comparing fresh persimmons and dried persimmons in terms of calorie content, dried persimmon has more calories. This is because dried fruits have had their water content removed, making their sugar concentration—and therefore calorie content—higher. In other words, the higher the calorie content of the fresh fruit, the higher the calorie content of its dried version.
Dried persimmon is also considered a nutritious food. Specifically, 100 grams of dried persimmon contains approximately:
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Protein: 1.5 – 2.3g
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Fructose: 69.5 – 73.3g
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Fat: 0.4 – 0.5g
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Calcium: 84 – 163mg
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Phosphorus: 50 – 90mg
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Carotene: 1.09 – 4.31mg
In addition, it provides other essential nutrients such as magnesium, thiamine, ascorbic acid (vitamin C), and various other beneficial compounds.
Health Benefits of Dried Persimmon
According to traditional Eastern medicine, persimmons are sweet, slightly astringent, and cool in nature. They are believed to help clear heat and dryness, moisten the lungs, reduce phlegm, soften hard masses, quench thirst, strengthen the spleen, treat dysentery, and stop bleeding. As reported by Sina, consuming dried persimmon can offer the following health benefits:
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Clears heat and soothes cough
Fresh persimmons are known to help clear heat and relieve coughing. When turned into dried persimmon, the fruit develops a white powdery coating on the outside that is especially effective in reducing phlegm, treating mouth ulcers, dry throat, and inflammation in the throat.
This white coating is a probiotic formed from the fruit’s natural sugars—glucose and fructose. It helps protect the persimmon and breaks down residual tannins, eliminating the astringent taste.
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Prevents constipation and hemorrhoids
Dried persimmon is also beneficial for the digestive system, as it helps stimulate bowel movements and flush out toxins, effectively relieving symptoms like constipation and hemorrhoids. This benefit comes from its high fiber content and natural pectin, which enhance intestinal motility.
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Helps stop bleeding
Boiling dried persimmon with honey is said to aid in stopping bleeding and treating various hemorrhagic conditions such as rectal bleeding, bleeding hemorrhoids, coughing up blood, or vomiting blood. However, this remedy should only be used under the guidance of a qualified medical professional and should not be self-prescribed.
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Anti-inflammatory properties
In addition to vitamin C, dried persimmon is rich in antioxidants like thiamine and catechins, which have powerful anti-inflammatory effects. These compounds help the body combat oxidative damage caused by free radicals.
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Supports healthy blood pressure
Both fresh and dried persimmon contain potassium, which is associated with improved blood pressure regulation. Potassium also supports cardiovascular health, lowers cholesterol, and enhances muscle and nerve function.
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Beneficial for thyroid patients
According to Sina, dried persimmon contains a high level of iodine, making it beneficial for individuals with goiter or iodine deficiency-related thyroid conditions.
Note: If you are undergoing medical treatment, always consult your doctor before consuming dried persimmon for health purposes. Never stop taking prescribed medication or replace it with folk remedies without a doctor’s approval. The benefits mentioned above are for reference only and may vary from person to person.
4. How to Make Dried Persimmon at Home
Besides buying persimmons from reputable sources, you can also make dried persimmon at home to ensure hygiene and quality. Here is a simple method you can follow:
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Step 1: Choose persimmons
Selecting good-quality persimmons helps ensure your dried persimmons are sweet, fragrant, and have an attractive shape. Choose ripe persimmons to reduce astringency, with smooth, shiny skin, and firm to the touch. Avoid bruised persimmons or those without stems.
Fresh persimmons with plump, non-indented stems are the tastiest. The stem should be fresh green, not yellowish, since yellow stems indicate the persimmon was picked a long time ago and is no longer fresh.
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Step 2: Prepare and clean
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First, carefully peel the persimmons, ensuring no skin is left as leftover peel can taste bitter. Handle gently to avoid bruising. Leave the stems intact for better preservation and appearance.
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After peeling, prepare a pot of boiling water mixed with 2–3 cups of white wine to sterilize the persimmons and prevent bacteria or insects during drying or storage. Dip the persimmons into this hot wine water for 2–3 minutes, then place them stem-side up to drain.
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Step 3: Dry the persimmons
For dried persimmon, use a dehydrator set to 60–70°C (140–158°F) and dry for about 6–10 hours until the persimmons become chewy. For a drier texture, extend the drying time.
For air-dried or sun-dried persimmons, thread them onto a string and hang in a well-ventilated area for about 7–10 days.
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Step 4: Massage and finalize
After drying for 2–3 hours (in a dehydrator) or 7–10 days (air drying), gently massage the persimmons every 2 days to help release their sweetness evenly.
The final dried persimmon product is ready after 10–15 days, with a dry exterior but soft, chewy inside. You may notice a white powdery coating forming on the surface—this is normal. Store dried persimmons in the refrigerator to keep them fresh longer.
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