Apricots
Benefits:
- Nutrient-Rich: Apricots are low in calories and fat while being an excellent source of vitamins A and C. Just two fresh apricots (70 grams) provide:
- Calories: 34
- Carbs: 8 grams
- Protein: 1 gram
- Fat: 0.27 grams
- Fiber: 1.5 grams
- Vitamin A: 8% of the Daily Value (DV)
- Vitamin C: 8% of the DV
- Vitamin E: 4% of the DV
- Potassium: 4% of the DV Additionally, apricots contain beta carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin—potent antioxidants that combat free radicals in your body.
- Antioxidant-Rich: Apricots are high in antioxidants, including beta carotene, vitamins A, C, and E. These compounds protect against illnesses like diabetes and heart disease by neutralizing harmful free radicals.
- Eye Health: Apricots contain vitamins A and E, essential for maintaining healthy eyes. Vitamin A prevents night blindness, while vitamin E acts as a fat-soluble antioxidant to protect your eyes from free radical damage.
Origin: Grown with care & pride in Moldova
