Apricot is an orange-colored fruit, and a medium apricot contains about 4 grams of 
carbohydrates. It is low in fiber (1 gram) and poor in protein.
Average calories: 16 per one apricot.
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Apricot: one medium |
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Carbohydrate |
4 |
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Fiber |
1 |
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Protein |
0 |
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Fat |
0 |
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Calories |
16 |
Vitamins found in higher amounts: vitamins A, C, E, and B5.
Minerals found in higher amounts: potassium, and manganese.
Phytonutrients found in higher amounts and their health benefits: the most important phytonutrients are lutein, zeaxanthin, and lycopene. They belong to carotenoids family and support healthy eyes and vision (See “Carotenoids” under the section of “Phytonutrients”).
A very unique nutrient in apricot kernels is Laetrile (vitamin B17). For more information about vitamin B17, see “Vitamin B17” under the section of “Vitamins”.