PEACHES: Yummy For The Tummy

When it comes to fruits, summer time has the sweetest and the juiciest of all year. When thinking about juicy fruits, one stands out above the rest -- guess that explains why August is National Peach Month! 

A symbol of longevity and immortality, peaches are low in calories, have no saturated fat, and are a good source of dietary fiber.  This sweet fruit is not only packed full of vitamins and nutrients, but it also aids digestion.  
Is your mouth watering for more?  Let’s take a look at peaches on digestion --

• Contains 88% water.  Water is needed to break down food in order for the body to absorb nutrients.  
• 1 large peach ( < 3” in diameter) or ½ cup canned (drained) will contain almost 3 grams of fiber.
• Peaches are alkaline -- they help to maintain a healthy pH by balancing the levels of acidity and alkalinity.
• Helps cleanse and eliminate toxic waste from the intestines -- eating the skin may aid with constipation. 

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SOURCES:
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/fruit/health-benefits-of-peach.html
http://www.healthguidance.org/entry/2728/1/Healthy-Living-With-Peaches.html
http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/much-fiber-bananas-apples-peaches-4929.html