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| Product Name | Persimmon Extract |
| Botanical Name | Diospyros kaki |
| Part Used | Leaf |
| Appearance | Brownish Yellow Powder |
| Specification | 4:1 10:1 Straight Powder 95% Tannins 15% 20% Flavonoids |
| Storage Period | 24 Months |
| Package | 1kg/bag 25kg/drum |
| Storage Conditions | Store in cool and dry places. Keep away from strong light and heat. |
Description Persimmon is a much branched, dioecious and evergreen tree which grows to the height of 7 to 32 meters having stout and dark brown to black furrowed trunk measuring 50 to 80 cm in diameter and a conical crown. When young the branchlets are green, sericeous which becomes gray and glabrous. It bears oblong and alternate leaves measuring 8 to 30 cm by 2.5 to 12 cm. The upper surface is glossy and dark green and lower surface is silvery hairy. Petioles are 1.7 cm long which is densely pubescent. Young leaves are silky to hairy and pinkish to pale green. Male flowers form in 3 to 7 flowered axillary cymes or racemes on short pedicel. Calyx are deeply four lobed, tubular, villous and is about 1 cm long. The creamy to white corolla have four reflexed lobes and stamens are 24 to 30 united in pairs at base. Female flowers are axillary, solitary and somewhat larger than male flowers having 3-cleft style and 4 to 10 staminodes. Flowers are replaced by a globose or oblate berry measuring 5 to 12 cm by 8 to 10 cm. Fruits are orange, brown reddish and velvety which is crowned with persistent stiff and pale green calyx. Skin is thin and densely villous. Pulp of the fruit is firm, whitish, sweet, aromatic and astringent. Seeds are three sided, dark brown and measures up to 4 × 2.5 × 1.5 cm. Seeds are covered with whitish membrane which is transparent when fresh and becomes opaque when dried. Flower Usually, Persimmon trees do not bear till they reach 3 to 6 years old. The tree blooms in spring and bears flower of 2 cm (1 inch) to 2.5 cm (1 inch) wide. Female flowers grow singly and are creamy yellow in color. Male flowers appear in threes with a pink tint. Flowers have four petals and four crown shaped sepals. Fruit Fruit is spherical to oval in shape and could weigh up to 500 grams. Shell is shiny, smooth and thin and its color ranges from yellow to red to orange. It contains eight seeds which possess astringent taste. Fruit softens as it becomes mature. The furry taste which is caused by tannins is lowered during the process of ripening. It has high content of carotenoids beta carotene, beta-cryptoxanthin and zeaxanthin with some alpha carotene and lutein. Health Benefits Persimmons are exotic fruits which provide sweet taste. Persimmons is a great source of Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin E, manganese, dietary fiber, potassium, magnesium and phosphorus. It also possess organic compounds such as betulinic acid, gallocatechins, catechins and other carotenoid compounds. The ample amounts of nutrient are packed in it which helps to improve eye health, prevent cancer, lower signs of aging, boost immune system, promote digestion, increase metabolism, lower cholesterol, enhance cognitive function, strengthen bones, lower blood pressure and skin care. Moreover, it assist in healing process of body, lower inflammation, supports weight loss and also promote blood circulation in the body. Here are some health benefits of persimmon in detail: Overall health Leaves of Persimmon possess a therapeutic property that helps to prevent and treat cerebral arteriosclerosis, hypertension and diabetes. It showed a meaningful neuroprotection against reperfusion injury in vitro and in vivo. Additionally, it regulates immune function and inhibits inflammation. Still further investigations are essential to carry out for knowing individual bioactive compounds which are responsible for pharmacological effects in vivo and in vitro and mode of actions. Further clinical trials and safety assessments should be performed before it is used for medicinal practices. The studies revealed the pharmacological activities such as hypolipidemic, antioxidative, hemostasis, antibacterial and antidiabetic activites as well as effects on cardiovascular system. (1) Cancer prevention Fruit is loaded with antioxidants and anti-cancer properties which could enhance body's ability to counteract free radicals, prevent diseases and enhance overall health. Free radicals are harmful by products of cellular metabolism that cause mutation of healthy cells into cancerous cells and could damage various organs. Persimmon has high content of Vitamin A and C as well as phenolic compounds such as gallocatechins and catechins which is associated with prevention of various cancers. Add persimmon to the diet to prevent various sorts of cancer. Strengthen immunity Persimmon helps to enhance immunity due to the content of Vitamin C. Persimmon provides 80% of daily requirement of Vitamin C which assist in stimulation of immune system and promote production of white blood cells. WBC are primary line of defense for the body to counteract against viral, microbial and fungal infections as well as toxins and foreign bodies. Digestive health Persimmon contains 20% of daily requirement of fiber in a single serving. Fiber assist the body process food efficiently by adding bulk to stool, stimulate peristaltic motion for food movement through digestive tract, promote secretion of digestive and gastric juices and also provides relief from diarrhea and constipation. Persimmons are high fiber fruit which enhance gastrointestinal system and prevents the chances of colorectal cancer and other similar health problems. It assists the people to lose weight by defending against uptake of lipid which is the cause for obesity. Chronic constipation could make the blood vessels around anus to swell and even bleed and rupture which is known as piles. It prevents constipation and prevents painful piles. Prevent tumors Besides reduction in risk for cancer, it lowers the chances of tumor development. Persimmon contains betulinic acid that is confirmed an anti-tumor compound. It lowers the risk of contracting tumors by encouraging apoptosis which is also called programmed cell death. In the existence of tumor, it lowers the size and prevents metastasizing of cancer. Slows aging process Persimmon has high content of Vitamins such as beta carotene, Vitamin A, lycopene, lutein and cryptoxanthins. It acts as antioxidants in the body to lower oxidative stress and also prevents the signs of premature aging such as age spots, wrinkles, fatigue, Alzheimer's disease, muscle weakness, loss of vision and other conditions. Free radicals results in faster and premature aging. Antioxidants and phytonutrients help to reverse aging effect and eliminate free radicals. Eye health The compounds found in Persimmon are beneficial for eye health. It has zeaxanthin which is a member of vitamin B complex and is associated with improvement in eye health with its antioxidant properties. The studies show that it lowers cataracts, macular degeneration and night blindness. The studies show that Persimmon helps to maintain as well as improve vision health. The damage of eye retina causes loss of vision. Retinal damage is caused due to the production of free radicals due to oxygen's reaction with certain molecules. This fruit contains nutrients such as Vitamin C, Vitamin A and Vitamin K which is renowned for its anti-oxidant properties. It is essential to prevent eye from retinal damage. Zeaxanthin and lutein lowers damage caused by UV rays and other infections associated with eye. Normalize blood pressure Persimmon contains ample amounts of potassium which acts as vasodilator and helps to lower blood pressure by increasing the flow of blood to various body parts. The low blood pressure causes strain in cardiovascular system and prevents occurring of heart diseases. It has vasodilating organic compounds which lowers blood pressure and makes it a good fruit for heart health. Promotes circulation Persimmon contains copper which is a vital element in forming new red blood cells. In the absence of copper, the essential nutrients could not be uptake to form additional hemoglobin. The increase in healthy circulation of red blood cells promotes cognitive function, tones muscles, metabolism as well as energy levels, cellular growth and repair wounds. Increase metabolism It has Vitamin B complex such as folic acid, pyridoxine and thiamin that are vital parts of various enzymatic processes as well as metabolic functions in the body. These elements assure that the system of the body function efficiently by promoting overall metabolism. Moreover, it promotes level of energy, improve digestion and increases muscle tone. | |
