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Apricot is an orange-colored fruit, and a medium apricot contains about 4 grams of apricot1 caasncarbohydrates. It is low in fiber (1 gram) and poor in protein.

Average calories: 16 per one apricot.

Apricot: one medium

Carbohydrate

4

Fiber

1

Protein

0

Fat

0

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”.