Peach is the Prunus persica tree, which produces peaches—sweet, pitted fruits with yellow-orange flesh. Though peaches are native to China, they are grown in warm regions around the world.1
Peach Health Uses and Health Benefits
Peach health benefits include being a source of vitamins A and C and minerals like potassium and iron. Vitamin A in peaches is necessary for maintaining vision health, while vitamin C is an antioxidant nutrient needed for disease prevention. The potassium content in peaches can help manage blood pressure, making it a functional food for heart disease prevention. Research has also found that the antioxidants in peaches may help stop the proliferation of breast cancer cells.2,3
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