Apricot

Today my topic is apricot. I'm telling about apricot benefits and it's importance.

Apricots may be small, but they're big on both flavor and nutrition. These yellow-orange fruits are rich in vitamins and minerals, with a flavor ranging from sweet to sweet-tart, depending on the variety. The flesh of apricots is soft and somewhat juicy when ripe, and they have a velvety skin with soft fuzz.

Prunus armeniaca originated in China, where it was first cultivated about 4,000 years ago. This delicious stone fruit held high favor with locals, traders, and travelers, so it's no surprise that it began its journey west along the Silk Road. Over time, apricots began growing across Central Asia and the Middle East.

Apricots reached the Mediterranean about 2,000 years ago, where they flourished in the warm, sunny climate. Today, Turkey and Iran are the world’s largest producer of apricots.

There are many different apricot varieties to enjoy, the most popular being Blenheim, Tilton, and Moorpark.

Health Benefits

Thanks to their high amount of vitamins, flavonoids, and potassium, apricots have significant health benefits.

Nutrients per Serving

One whole, fresh apricot contains:

Calories: 17

Protein: Less than 1 gram

Fat: 0 grams

Carbohydrates: 4 grams

Fiber: 1 gram

Sugar: 3 grams

Cholesterol: 0 milligrams

Sodium: 0 milligrams

Apricots are also a good source of flavonoids, an antioxidant that helps to protect against inflammation and inflammatory illnesses, along with reducing your risk for obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. The main flavonoids in apricots are catechin, quercetin, and chlorogenic acids.

Fresh apricots contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, including:

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Pantothenic Acid (B5)

Vitamin E.

Apricots has a lot of adorable benefits for health. It's a gift for us.