The juicy fragrant fruit known as the “apricot” is the perfect size for a snack, with a taste that can range from sweet to tart. Golden orange in colour, the fruits’ single seed is enclosed in a hard, stony shell surrounded by a firm, fresh pulp. Mainly consumed fresh, apricots closely resemble the peach, however it is much paler and smaller in size.
The apricot has been ranked as a good source of both vitamin A and vitamin C, with many health benefits associated with its consumption. Low in calories and carbs, it has been shown that apricots can protect against inflammation, vision loss and are a good source of dietary fibre. 100g of apricots contains the following:
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