Persimmon (Kaki)
The shining orange fruit of autumn with a honey-like gloss and a soft, jelly-like texture: a seasonal treasure of vitamin A and antioxidants. The ever-present question: does persimmon raise blood sugar quickly? It is clearly sweet with a medium glycemic index (≈50), but its soluble pectin fibre keeps the absorption of its sugars balanced when it is moderately ripe.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Eat one medium fruit as a filling snack between meals or as a natural dessert after lunch, ideally with a few raw almonds to slow the digestion of its sugars.
Best preparation methods
Choose fully ripe fruit that is slightly soft so the astringent tannins have broken down, and eat it fresh with its thin, well-washed skin to benefit from the fibre.
Important Nutritional Note
Persimmon is very rich in carotenes and lutein, which support healthy eyesight; if you watch your weight and blood sugar, one fruit gives complete fullness and sweetness.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (150 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 70 kcal | 105 kcal |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 0.9 g |
| Carbohydrate | 18.6 g | 27.9 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 15 g | 22.5 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g | 0.3 g |
| Dietary fibre | 3.6 g | 5.4 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Fruit with a glycemic index (29), it ranks 20 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Persimmon (Kaki) good for weight loss?
It can be included in moderation: it contains 3.6 g of fibre per 100 g, which supports fullness, and a 150 g portion gives 105 kcal.
How does Persimmon (Kaki) affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 50 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 150 g portion has a glycemic load of 11.2 (Medium), so it is best combined with protein or fibre-rich vegetables.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Persimmon (Kaki)?
A typical 150 g portion of Persimmon (Kaki) provides about 105 kcal, 0.9 g protein, 27.9 g carbohydrate, 0.3 g fat and 5.4 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.