The Efficacy and Functions of Persimmon Cake

Aug 29, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I heard that persimmon cakes can relieve coughing, aid digestion, and provide energy. May I ask what are the effects and benefits of persimmon cakes?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Xiuhong

Functions and benefits of persimmon cakes include:

1. Rich in dietary fiber, it promotes intestinal motility, improves constipation, and helps maintain normal digestive system function.

2. Contains abundant vitamin A and C, as well as minerals such as potassium and iron. It can enhance immunity, provide antioxidant effects, help prevent anemia, and has certain preventive benefits for cardiovascular diseases.

3. The polyphenolic substances contained have good anti-inflammatory effects, can reduce inflammatory responses, and protect cells from damage.

4. Contains various nutrients such as protein, fat, and carbohydrates, providing energy and essential nutrients to the body and enhancing immunity.

5. The organic acids and dietary fiber promote gastrointestinal motility, aid digestion, and help relieve constipation.

6. Has effects of relieving cough and expelling phlegm, helping to alleviate symptoms in patients with cough caused by excessive internal heat in the lungs.

7. The tannic acid content has an astringent effect, which can help relieve swelling, pain, and bleeding caused by hemorrhoids.

8. Plays a positive role in lowering blood pressure and improving cardiovascular function. The rutin and various trace elements contained can soften blood vessels, increase vascular elasticity, and promote blood circulation.

Persimmon cakes have a high sugar content, so diabetic patients should consume them in moderation. They should not be consumed in large quantities with high-protein foods, as this may form substances that are difficult to digest. Due to their cold nature, they should be avoided by individuals recovering from illness, postpartum women, and women during menstruation. Tannic acid may combine with proteins in seafood to form precipitates, so large-scale simultaneous consumption should be avoided.