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Apricot Nutritional InformationThe orange color of the apricot is a clue to the beta-carotene and vitamin A it contains. Apricots have a moderate amount of sugar.
Carbohydrate and Fiber Counts for Apricots
Glycemic Index for ApricotsOne study of fresh apricots had an average glycemic index of 57.More Information About the Glycemic Index Glycemic Load of Apricots
More Information About the Glycemic Load Health Benefits of ApricotsApricots are an excellent source of vitamin A and vitamin C. They also are a good source of potassium. Apricots also contain relatively large amounts of phytonutrients, especially beta-carotene which may help protect our cells from damage.More Information About Apricots at Calorie Count Plus. Sources:
Leroux, MarcusFoster-Powell, Kaye, Holt, Susanna and Brand-Miller, Janette. "International table of glycemic index and glycemic load values: 2002." American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Vol. 76, No. 1, 5-56, (2002).
USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 20.
Updated: May 2, 2008 |
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