1) For those of you foraging wild persimmons (or any wild foods for that matter), make sure you positively

identify ANY plant or parts thereof, and be certain that they are edible before you eat them. When in doubt,

do the research!!! You're better off taking the extra time for study than taking the time for healing.

2) The vast majority of people eat persimmons without problem. In very rare cases, persimmons have been known to contribute to the formation of

diospyrobezoars

in some people. If you have had previous gastric surgery, or any form of gastric impairment, you are encouraged to consult with your physician before eating large quantities of persimmons.