A Tree Day!

This is the first time we have planted a tree in our backyard. It was a young Fuyu Persimmon tree. Together, my father and Josh helped to put the tree down into the soil. :) It's like a wish for both Josh and the tree to grow big and strong in the coming years! A special day to remember!

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Fuyu Persimmon: A Fruit From the Gods

The fuyu is a rich source of antioxidants, vitamin A, manganese and fiber, especially soluble fiber. It contains a fair amount of some of the B-complex vitamins, potassium and calcium. Generally speaking 1 fruit contains:

Calories: 118

Carbohydrates: 19 – 31g

Omega-3 fatty acids: 6.7mg

Omega-6 fatty acids: 65.5mg

Protein: 0.6 - 1g

Fiber: 4 – 6g

Vitamin A: 2733 – 3641 IU

Vitamin B1: 0.1 – 0.5mg

Vitamin B2: 0.03mg

Vitamin B3: 0.2 – 0.17mg

Vitamin B6: 0.2mg

Vitamin C: 12.6mg

Vitamin E: 1.2mg

Vitamin K: 4.4mcg

Folic Acid: 12.6 – 13.4mcg

Choline: 12.8mg

Potassium: 270 mg

Calcium 13.4 mg

Magnesium: 15.1mg

Phosphorus: 28.6mg

Iron: 0.3mg

Zinc: 0.2mg

Copper: 0.2mg

Manganese: 0.6mg

Selenium: 1mcg

*Source: NutritionData.com