Peach

Peaches are a fuzzy fruit native to northwest China. They are a member of the stone fruit family, which means that their flesh surrounds one large middle seed. The inner flesh of a peach ranges in color from white to yellow or orange. There are two different varieties of peach: freestone and clingstone. These names indicate whether the flesh sticks to the inner seed or easily comes apart from it. In this article, we look at the possible health benefits of peaches, their nutritional profile, and how to include more of them in the diet. Share on Pinterest The vitamin C in peaches may reduce the risk of certain types of cancer. Peaches do not contain a significant amount of any nutrient. However, a cup of diced peach provides This amount of vitamin C equates to Despite their relatively low nutrient profile, peaches can still benefit people’s health as part of a balanced diet that includes many fruits and vegetables. Peaches can add sweetness to desserts and treats, replacing more harmful added sugars. Reducing cancer risk Peaches provide a significant amount of vitamin C. This vitamin is a powerful As a result, adequate vitamin C intake may help a person reduce their risk of cancer. However, exposure to other risk factors, such as smoking, increases the amount of vitamin C that a person needs to have a significant effect on cancer risk. Preserving skin health Research This powerful antioxidant A Contributing to fiber intake A cup of diced peaches contains Fiber-rich foods pro...

The Peach State will have less of its signature fruit to provide the U.S. this summer as Georgia is grappling with a peach crop shortage due to warmer winter months. Georgia lost over 90% of its peach crops due to the record-setting warm weather in traditionally colder months, leaving the crops to suffer, While Georgia February was also record-setting, being one of the warmest on record for the state, said Pam Knox, an agricultural climatologist with the University of Georgia extension. The temperature of their environment is important for peaches because they bloom based on the number of hours of cooler temperatures the trees experience while dormant, Knox said. Typically, chill hours are based on hours spent in temperatures below 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Cold weather around Christmas time in 2022 gave many of the peach tree varieties enough of the signal they needed to start blooming when the warm temperatures arrived, Knox said. So, when the heat arrived in February, the trees bloomed, some almost a month early, and some even began to put out their new fruit. When temperatures dropped back to freezing — as low as 25 degrees in the north and central parts of the state — "it completely froze the blossoms and the tiny fruit,” she said. The freezing of the fruit resulted in the crops being damaged, leading to the loss of available peaches able to be sold across the country. More on Georgia's crops: How does climate change affect peach crops? The losses to the state’s peach cr...

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Peach crumble is one of the best What's the difference between a crumble, a cobbler, and a crisp? While these three desserts are very similar in that they traditionally star fresh, in-season fruit, there are some small differences. A cobbler typically involves a biscuit or batter topping that is combined with fresh fruit, whereas crumbles and crisps usually have dry, crunchy toppings. Crumbles and crisps differ in that crisps often contain nuts and oats in their topping mixtures, whereas crumble toppings usually do not. Do I have to use fresh peaches for this dessert? While it's hard to beat the flavor of summertime peaches, it's okay to use frozen or canned peaches in this Do I need to peel peaches for peach crumble? To peel or not to peel—that's the question! The good news is that it's totally up to you. Some folks don't mind the thin, sometimes fuzzy peels; other people can't stand them. Leaving the peels on does help the fruit hold together better, plus it adds a rosy hue to this already gorgeous crumble. And of course it's much easier to skip the peeling step. How do you know when peach crumble is done? The crumbly topping should be golden brown and the fruit filling should be bubbling up around the edges. Baking it for about 40 minutes at 375 degrees gets the job done! Do you have to refrigerate peach crumble? Yep; to keep peach crumble leftovers as fresh as possible, pop it in the fridge once it has cooled. It'll keep for up to five days, but the crunchy topping wil...

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Peaches — or Prunus persica — are small fruit with a fuzzy peel and a sweet white or yellow flesh. They’re thought to have originated in China more than 8,000 years ago ( Peaches are related to plums, apricots, cherries, and almonds. They’re considered drupes or stone fruit because their flesh surrounds a shell that houses an edible seed. They can be eaten on their own or added to a variety of dishes. What’s more, peaches are nutritious and may offer an array of health benefits, including improved digestion, smoother skin, and allergy relief. Here are 10 surprising health benefits and uses of peaches. Peaches are rich in many vitamins, minerals, and beneficial plant compounds. One medium-sized peach (5.4 ounces or 150 grams) provides approximately ( • Calories: 58 • Protein: 1 gram • Fat: less than 1 gram • Carbs: 14 grams • Fiber: 2 grams • Vitamin C: 17% of the Daily Value (DV) • Vitamin A: 10% of the DV • Potassium: 8% of the DV • Niacin: 6% of the DV • Vitamin E: 5% of the DV • Vitamin K: 5% of the DV • Copper: 5% of the DV • Manganese: 5% of the DV Peaches also offer smaller amounts of In addition, they’re packed with In one study, juice from fresh peaches demonstrated antioxidant actions in healthy men within 30 minutes of consumption ( Fresh and canned peaches seem to have similar amounts of vitamins and minerals — as long as canned varieties are unpeeled ( However, fresh peaches have higher levels of antioxidants and appear to be more effective at protecting agains...

• All Recipes • Baking Tips • Baking Tools • Browse By Ingredient • Videos • Submenu • Bread • Breakfast • Brownies & Bars • Cakes • Cheesecake • Cookies • Cupcakes • Frosting • Healthy • Ice Cream & Frozen Treats • Pies, Crisps, & Tarts • Submenu • • • • • • Submenu • • • • • • • • Submenu • • • • • • Submenu • • • • • Submenu • • • • • • • • • • Facebook • Instagram • Pinterest • Youtube Peaches are one of my favorite summer fruits. Actually, I don’t think I can play favorites. There are so many glorious gems to chose from this time of year… These fruity/creamy bars are nothing short of amazing. Four layers to love: buttery, brown sugar oat crust, creamy & juicy peach filling, pecan/cinnamon crumble, and an easy The peachy filling is made from peaches, egg, flour, and sugar. The egg and flour create a thick creamy sauce to envelope the diced peaches inside. I adore the peach filling, but the crust and crumble might just be the stars of the show.They’re both made from the same dough, which makes things easy and convenient. I try to dirty as little bowls as possible when I can. I know you feel me there! The crust/crumble =made from 5 simple ingredients. Probably things you have in your kitchen right now. Oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter. We use melted butter in This is what the coarse crumbs of the oat mixture will look like: Pre-bake the crust, then pour the creamy peach filling over the crust. What you will LOVE most about these bars is that the juicy filli...

©Photo by Tyler Jones, UF/IFAS. Peaches have a long history. Sweet, white-fleshed peaches have been consumed for thousands of year in China. It was the Spaniards who introduced these stone fruits to the new world when they landed in Mexico in the sixteenth century. Even today, many cultures, including Asian and Hispanic, still generally prefer white peaches for their sweeter taste and lower acidity. Here in the United States however, many people prefer yellow peaches, which offer a hint of acidic flavor that balances the sweetness. And it's the yellow peach that grows best in Florida. Home gardeners as far south as Fort Meyers may have luck growing peaches ( Prunus persica). Trees planted in the spring can be expected to begin fruiting the following spring. When thinking about fruit production, keep in mind that these trees will not live and produce fruit in perpetuity. Peach trees in the home garden can generally be expected to produce fruit for 8 to 10 years when cared for well. Common Terms When looking into peach varieties you may stumble across some terms unique to fruit and fruit trees. Melting or non-melting fruit— Melting or non-melting refers to the fruit texture. Melting fruit is juicy—it drips, it's stringy, and it won't hold up well on the kitchen counter for a long period of time. Non-melting fruits were typically used in carnning and processing, but newer varieties are firm and juicy with a longer shelf life. Clingstone or freestone fruits— With clingstone fr...

• Calories: 51 • Fat: 0.3g • Sodium: 0mg • Carbohydrates: 12.4g • Fiber: 1.9g • Sugars: 10.9g • Protein: 1.2g • Vitamin A: 20.8mcg • Vitamin C: 8.6mg • Vitamin E: 0.9mg Carbs One small peach has 12.4 grams of carbohydrates, 1.9 grams of fiber, and 10.9 grams of naturally occurring sugar, according to the USDA. Peaches are a low-glycemic fruit, which means they have a minimal effect on blood sugar. Peaches' Peaches are a rich source of carbohydrates, fiber, and natural sugars with little fat or protein. Peaches provide vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, and B vitamins. Peach Calories One small peach (130g) provides 51 calories, 86% of which come from carbs, 9% from protein, and 5% from fat. A medium peach (150g) contains 59 calories, a large peach (175g) contains 68 calories, and an extra-large peach (224g) contains 87 calories. A 100-gram serving of dried peaches contains 239 calories. As for canned peaches in water, 100 grams provide 24 calories. Allergies Some adults and children may develop an allergy to peaches and other stone fruits. This may be especially true for people with birch pollen allergies because the protein in birch pollen is similar to the protein in peach. Instead of a true food allergy, this is known as an oral-allergy syndrome (OAS). Varieties Freestone peaches are commonly eaten out of hand because their flesh parts easily from the pit or stone. Clingstone peaches are better for cooking and are used most commonly for canning. Some varieties of peaches a...