Apricot

Health BENEFITS of Apricots:

High in Vitamin A (Carotenoids)

• works as an antioxidant fighting damaging free radicals
• promotes healthy eyes, bones, and skin
  
• supports fertility and reproductive health
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High in Vitamin C

• works as an antioxidant fighting damaging free radicals
• assists the body in making collagen protein
  
• helps strengthen the immune system
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High in Copper

• aids in producing ATP, the body's main source of energy
  
• helps release stored iron to make oxygen-carrying red blood cells
  
• assists in making and maintaining strong connective tissues
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High in Flavonoids (Phytonutrients)

• neutralize cancer-causing free radicals
  
• lower triglycerides and inhibit LDL cholesterol oxidation
  
• reduce inflammation in arteries and help prevent heart disease

High in Phenolic Acids (Phytonutrients)

• help protect the body from the damaging effects of free radicals
  
• assist in reducing chronic inflammation
  
• have antimicrobial properties that can destroy harmful pathogens

Good Amounts of:

• Potassium
• Iron
  
• Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
  
• Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
• Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
  

MACRONUTRIENT PERCENTAGE OF CALORIES
(1 medium apricot = approximately 17 calories)

MACRONUTRIENT BREAKDOWN

(grams per 1 medium apricot)

FIBER & NATURAL SUGARS

(grams per 1 medium apricot)

NET CARBS

(grams per 1 medium apricot)