Summer Fruit Nutrition Facts

Peaches, Nectarines & Potassium: Peaches and nectarines are very similar from a genetic standpoint, so it’s no surprise that they contain similar health attributes. Both fruits are considered to be a good source of potassium. One large nectarine contains 314 milligrams of potassium (10% of the daily value), while a large peach contains 333 milligrams. Potassium is a key electrolyte that keeps the body functioning properly and plays an important role in muscle, heart, kidney and nerve cell functions. It also works with another electrolyte, sodium, to balance water levels throughout the body.

Summer Fruit & Vitamin C: Peaches, nectarines and apricots are all great sources of vitamin C, a water-soluble vitamin that keeps the body functioning normally and helps maintain a healthy immune system. Vitamin C is also a highly effective antioxidant. One large peach contains 19% of the daily recommended dose of vitamin C, while a large nectarine contains 14%.  Though small in size, apricots are also a good source of vitamin C.

Apricots & Vitamin A: Apricots are an excellent source of vitamin A, a fat-soluble vitamin that can preserve or improve eyesight and help the body fight viral infections. The intense orange color of apricots indicates the presence of beta-carotene and lycopene, which can protect the body’s cells from the damaging effects of free radicals. Though small in size, one apricot contains 13% of the recommended vitamin A. Apricots are low in calories and, like most fresh fruits, they are sodium and cholesterol free.