Originally from China, apricots are now found worldwide.

A delicious and highly nutritious fruit, the seed or kernel that is enclosed inside the hard stony shell, called a “stone,” is used medicinally to treat a variety of conditions.

Here are Four Overlooked Facts About Apricots:

1. Unusually, the dried fruit gains in nutritional value as the nutritive compounds become more condensed and active as the fruit dries.
2. Apricots are packed with Vitamins A and C, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants that support eye, skin, heart, and digestive health. Apricots are low in calories and help regulate blood sugar levels.
3. Apricot kernels are loaded with healthy fats that lower “bad” cholesterol. They contain both omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids that help prevent heart disease, improve mental health, and fight coughs.
4. They have long been used in TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) to support Lung function, boost heart health, and provide

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