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Take a look at the nutritional duel between persimmon and star fruit, two fruits from Asia that have adapted very well in Brazil.
Persimmon is rich in vitamin A, while star fruit oozes vitamin C. (Photos: Firina (persimmons) and Kolesnikovserg (carambolas) / Getty Images)
Originally from Asia, these fruits arrived in Brazil in the 19th century: the cannon at the beginning and the khaki towards the end Both have adapted perfectly to our country, both in terms of cultivation and flavor.
According to nutritionist Renata Guirau, from the Oba Hortifruti chain, a strong point of persimmon is the presence of fibers. “They help reduce blood sugar and cholesterol levels, increase satiety, in addition to promoting the function of the intestine and the good colonization of bacteria in that organ,” he lists.
The orange fruit still shows vitamin A, essential for vision. Carambola stands out in terms of calories and vitamin C. “This nutrient is an important antioxidant and a precursor to collagen production,” says Renata. “It is also associated with maintaining immunity,” he adds.
It is simply not worth abusing (much less on an empty stomach): the fruit is rich in oxalate, which can form crystals and damage the kidneys. In addition, the two foreigners are worthy of entering the routine.
See the comparison of the main nutritional characteristics:
Energy
Carambola – 56 cal
Khaki – 74 cal
Carbohydrates
Carambola – 13.8 g
Persimmon – 20 g
Fibers
Persimmon – 5 g
Carambola – 2.4 g
Potassium
Persimmon – 172 mg
Carambola – 159 mg
Vitamin A
Khaki – 263 mcg
Carambola – 3.9 mcg
Vitamin C
Carambola – 73 mg
Persimmon – 22.7 mg
(The values refer to 120 grams of star fruit and 110 grams of persimmon, which corresponds to a unit of fruit)
Health score
Persimmon 3 X 3 Carambola
Source: Brazilian Food Composition Table of the University of São Paulo.
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