They are also a glutathione boosting food too.

In addition to being a food with vitamin A, C, Copper and B6, they have lutein. Lutein is essential for eye health and may lower your risk for cataracts.

They also have more fiber than any other fruit except blackberries and raspberries.

If you count callories, they only have 120.

How do you know if it is ripe?

Hachiya persimmons should be deep red-orange in color and so soft that it might feel like it will be damaged if you pick it up. Oh yea, you eat them with a spoon.

If you find the Fuyu persimmons, they will still be firm when they are ripe.

Unlike supplements, it is unlikely you will overdose on the vitamins when taken as your food. The bonus is that it helps boost your glutathione as well.

In one study using rats, dried persimmons were found to increase the antioxidant glutathione levels. They should be a seasonal part of your glutathione boosting diet.

Enjoy.

Good health to you.