Peach fruit is enjoyed in the West, but in China, the pits are also used as an important medicine for treating conditions caused by blood stagnation. The Chinese have used peach pits for thousands of years as a medicine to treat painful menses, injuries and abscesses of the lung and abdominal cavity. In China, peaches are associated with longevity and vitality. The fruit is being studied in the West for its heart healthy compounds and anti-cancer properties.

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