Peach Seed Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Peach seeds are the pits found in the center of the peach fruit. They resemble and taste similar to almonds, and have been eaten traditionally for centuries. In Chinese medicine, peach seeds are called Tao Ren, and they are peel and dried in the sun and then eaten.¹

Peach Seed Health Uses and Health Benefits

Peach seeds have been used traditionally to treat many diseases. Scientists discovered that peach seeds contain a compound that shrinks skin tumor growth and stops benign skin tumors from turning into cancerous ones. Peach seeds have also been used to help reduce inflammation, boost blood circulation and treat allergies. Eating peach seeds also has benefits for promoting digestive regularity.^1,2

References

1. http://www.chineseherbshealing.com/peach-seeds/
2. https://draxe.com/peach-nutrition/