Peaches

Peaches

Peaches are the third most popular fruit in the United States, just behind apples and oranges.

Widely planted across the eastern seaboard by the early settlers, there are dozens of varieies to choose from. The earliest cultivated varieties including Elberta, Hale, and Rio Oso Gem have the juiciest texture and can usually be found at organic farmers markets.

Peaches are a good source of vitamin C, and also provide boron, flavonoids and carotenoids.

HEALING TIP: Because peaches are on the Environmental Working Group's list of the most chemically contaminated foods - the Dirty Dozen - be sure to always pick organic.

Glycemic Index=42
Glycemic Load=5
Antioxidant Score (ORAC)=1,814

The Benefits

*Excellent Source of:
*Good Source of:
*Preferences: Low Fat, Low Saturated Fat, Low Cholesterol, Low Sodium, Low Carbohydrate, Low Sugars, No Fish, No Red Meat, No Pork, No Eggs, No Shellfish, No Gluten, No Nuts, No Seeds, No Soy, No Dairy, No Poultry, No Molds, No Citrus, No Tubers, No Corn, No Yeast, No Peanuts, No Nightshade, No Legumes, No Grains

Selecting and Storing

Choose plump peaches with smooth skins and a pink or red "blush" on their cheeks. They should give slightly to gentle pressure and have a mild fragrance. Store ripe peaches in the refrigerator crisper where they will keep three to five days.

Nutrition Information(amounts per serving)

Serving Size:

OMEGA-6 / OMEGA-3 RATIO: 0

Calories: 0

MACRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
Total Fat	0 g	*
Saturated Fat	0 g	*
Monosaturated Fat	0 g	*
Polyunsaturated Fat	0 g	*
Trans Fat	0 g	*
Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3)
ALA	0 mg	*
EPA, DHA	0 mg, 0 mg	*
Conjugated linolenic acid (CLA)	0 mg	*
Cholesterol	0 mg	*
Total Carbohydrate	0 g	*
Sugars	0 g	*
Fiber	0 g	*
Protein	0 g	*

MICRONUTRIENTS	Amount	% Daily Value*
VITAMINS
Vitamin A	0 IU	0%
Vitamin C	0mg	0%
Vitamin D	0 IU	0%
Vitamin E	0 IU	0%
Vitamin B6	0 mg	0%
Vitamin B12	0 mcg	0%
Vitamin K	0 mg	0%
Folate	0 mcg	0%
Niacin	0 mg	0%
Riboflavin	0 mg	0%
Thiamin	0 mg	0%
MINERALS
Calcium	0 mg	0%
Copper	0 mg	0%
Iron	0 mg	0%
Magnesium	0 mg	0%
Manganese	0 mg	0%
Phosphorous	0 mg	0%
Potassium	0 mg	0%
Selenium	0 mcg	0%
Sodium	0 mg	0%
Zinc	0 mg	0%
PHYTONUTRIENTS
Alpha-carotene	0 mcg
Beta-carotene	0 mcg
Beta-cryptoxanthin	0 mcg
Lutein + zeaxanthin	0 mcg
Lycopene	0 mcg

*Notes on Macronutrients: Because your personal nutrition needs are unique, please refer to the information on this site to learn more about your intake of macronutrients (Fats, Carbohydrates & Protein).