Sliced Dried Peaches

An excellent source of dietary fiber

• One serving of dried peaches contains 53% of the daily value of dietary fiber. Dried peaches contain a water-soluble fiber known as pectin. Pectin is a natural part of the human diet, but does not significantly contribute to nutrition. The daily intake of pectin from fruits and vegetables can be estimated at about 5 grams (assuming the consumption of approximately 500 grams of fruits and vegetables per day). Peaches contain more pectin than fruits such as cherries, grapes and strawberries. Dietary fiber lowers your cholesterol and helps regulate blood sugar levels. Prevents constipation due to its laxative effect. The daily intake of dietary fiber for women is 25 grams and 38 grams for men. One serving of dried peaches provides 7 grams of dietary fiber.

Health-beneficial potassium to sodium ratio

• Dried peaches are high in potassium and low in sodium. A high-potassium, low-sodium diet helps prevent high blood pressure and reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke. Potassium and sodium levels in dried peaches are relatively good for health. A healthy adult should receive about 4700 mg of potassium and more than 2300 mg of sodium per day.

Dried peaches are rich in provitamin A

• The orange color of dried peaches indicates that this dried fruit is rich in beta-carotene, a red-orange pigment that is converted to vitamin A in the body. Vitamin A plays an important role in maintaining eye and skin health. Vitamin A has also been linked to a reduction in cancer and heart disease.

Rich in vitamin K

• Dried peaches are a good source of vitamin K. The human body needs vitamin K to fully synthesize certain proteins that are prerequisites for blood clotting. It is also needed to control calcium binding in the bones. Vitamin K deficiency can weaken bones and potentially lead to osteoporosis.

An excellent source of vitamins C and B

• Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that is involved in tissue repair and the enzymatic production of certain neurotransmitters that are important for strengthening the immune system because it acts as an antioxidant. B vitamins are responsible for brain function, fetal growth, red blood cell production and more.