A Different Fruit A Day Personal Health Challenge
Oma did not know that the nectarine, is a smooth-skinned peach that is grown throughout the warmer temperate regions of both the Northern and Southern hemispheres.
A genetic variant of common peaches, the nectarine was most likely domesticated in China more than 4,000 years ago. Nectarine and peach trees are virtually indistinguishable!
GOOD POINTS
- Very low in saturated fat
- No cholesterol
- No sodium
- High in dietary fiber • High in niacin
- High in potassium
- High in vitamin A
- Very high in vitamin C
BAD POINTS
- Very high in sugar
A nectarine has approximately 62 calories – what a great snack.
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