Nectarines are peaches small, hairless cousins. They are related to plums as well. All three are delicious fruits that are only around locally in the summertime. So make sure to get your fill over the next few months!
Nectarines are a bit sweeter than peaches but only contain 50 calories per fruit, so they’re a great snack it youre looking for a sweet treat! They are also really good for you. One nectarine can give you up to 20% of your daily Vitamin A. Vitamin A benefits the body in many ways. One of which is improving your bodies immune response which helps prevent infections and fight them as well. It also helps keep your eyes healthy and your vision clear. Vitamin A helps skin retain moisture which keeps it soft and supple. Along with keeping your skin healthy overall, this vitamin has also been shown to be great at eliminating wrinkles, age spots and fine lines. It also helps prevent acne!
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That is already quite a few heath benefits but nectarines have a few other suprises as well. Nectarines are one of the few fruits that contain protein. One small fruit contains around 1.5 grams of protein, which is great to balance out the sugars present. The beautifully colored skin of the nectarine has benefits as well. It is packed with bioflavnoids which are antioxidants found in plant pigments that help your bobdy fight cancer as well as other diseases. One word of warning about nectarines, their pits contain a chemical that is converted to cyanide in the stomach! If oyu swallow small pieces its fine, but its best to avoid eating the pits as it could result in cyanide poisoning. These pretty little fruits are a wonderful and healthy summer treat so enjoy them while you can!
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