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Chef Lucy’s Fresh Fruits and Vegetables. Persimmons. History of Persimmons. The persimmon is a fruit of Chinese origin. It was cultivated in China and Japan for centuries Since the mid 1800s, persimmons have been grown in Mediterranean countries, the Middle East, and the USA. Persimmons.
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Chef Lucy’s Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Persimmons
History of Persimmons • The persimmon is a fruit of Chinese origin. It was cultivated in China and Japan for centuries • Since the mid 1800s, persimmons have been grown in Mediterranean countries, the Middle East, and the USA
Persimmons • The color of ripe persimmons range from light yellow-orange to red-orange • Similar to a tomato, persimmons are considered to be whole fruit but are, in fact, berries!
Persimmons • Persimmon trees are multi-trunked and can grow to be 25 feet in height • Persimmons are eaten fresh, raw, or cooked. When eaten fresh they are usually eaten whole like an apple or cut into quarters
Nutrition of Persimmons • Persimmons have many healing properties: • Vitamin C– helps the body resist infection and boosts the immune system • Anti-Oxidant Compounds – play a role in promoting good health and disease prevention as we age • Copper – required for the production of red blood cells • Fiber – aids in digestion
Chef Lucy’s Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Persimmons