Peach
Juicy Trivia
Peaches are seen as a symbol of long life and immortality in Chinese myth and folklore. Peaches are from the rose family which also includes some of the world's tastiest fruits, such as apples, peaches, cherries and strawberries.
Jason Says...
Peaches are wonderful juicy summer fruits which blend well with bananas and other fruits, to make delicious mouth watering smoothies. Frozen peaches, which are still nutrient rich, can be used if fresh peaches are not available.
Juice or Smoothie?
Juice or Smoothie: Peaches make a delicious but very expensive juice so you may prefer to blend! Simply peel the skin and remove the stone.
Juicy Benefits
Helps to fight disease.
Health promoter, including cleansing the intestine.
The potassium in peaches are great for reducing kidney related diseases and helps to cleanse your bladder.
Peaches are very high in antioxidants, ranging from lycopene to vitamin C to chlorogenic acid. All of these antioxidants serve to keep your body healthy.
Research
According to researchers from Texas AgriLife Research, a member of Texas A & M University System. Stone fruits, also known as drupes, such as nectarines, plums and peaches, may contain useful compounds that help fight-off metabolic syndrome, which can lead to diabetes, heart attack and stroke,
Vitamins, Minerals and Extras
Vitamins A, B3, C, Beta-Carotene and Folic Acid.
Calcium, Magnesium, Zinc, Iron, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sulphur, Copper, Silicon and Selenium.
References
Roberts Jeremy, Chinese Mythology A to Z, 2009, Chelsea House Publishers London
Disclaimer
Please be aware that we are not Doctors, so it is important BEFORE making any changes that you consult with your GP or Medical Practitioner. The suggestions above are not meant as an alternative to any current medical treatment so please DO NOT stop taking any medications you are on. They are also not an endorsement of their effectiveness, nor a recommendation that they should be followed but instead, provided for informational purposes. None of the information on the Natural Juice Therapy site is intended or implied to treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease.