3. INTRODUCTION
• delicious and widely popular peaches belong to genus,
prunus; in the family rosaceae. scientific name prunus
persica
• techinally,peach fruit is a ‘drupe’ having similar features as
that of other prunus members including plums,
nectarine,almonds
• the fruit has yellow or whitish flesh, a delicate aroma, and a
skin that is either velvety[peaches] or smooth[nectarines]
4. HISTORY
• Botanical name Prunus persica refers to Persia [present
Iran] from where it came to Europe, genetic studies
suggests peaches originated in china
• Peaches were mentioned in Chinese writings as far back as
10th century BC and were a favourite fruit of kings and
emporers
• In sub-continent peaches were first appeared in 1700BC
during harrapan period
5. PEACH TRIVIA
• In china peach is a symbol of good luck, protection and
longevity
• China is the biggest producer of peach , second is Italy
• Peach is a close relative of almonds ,its seeds are used as
substitute of almond oil in cosmetics
• It is often considered to be the tree of life
6. CALORIC VALUE
• An average peach serving is equal to 100gm and contains
39kcal
• Its is a low caloric fruit and contains no saturated fats
7. ANALYSIS OF NUTRIENTS
Energy 39kcal
Carbohydrates 9.54gm
Proteins 0.91gm
Total fats 0.25gm
Cholesterol 0mg
Dietary fiber 1.5gm
8.
9. NUTRACEUTICAL BENEFITS
• Weight loss:
It makes u feel full and keeps you from overeating
• Healthy skin:
Contains vitamins which are natural moisturizers and help
regenerate skin tissues
• Reduce hair loss:
It has a positive effect on scalp
10. • stress reliever:
It helps reduce anxiety , often referred to as “fruit of
calmness” in Hungary
• Prevent cancer:
It contains selenium which may help protects cell from
damage
• Diuretic effect:
It helps cleansing kidneys and bladder
11. • Effective in gout and rheumatism:
patients are recommended by dieticians to eat more
peaches due to their diuretic and slightly laxative effect
• Prevents CVD’s:
It contains compounds which have anti-obesity , anti-
inflammatory and anti-diabetic properties , these reduce
oxidation of LDL cholesterol which is associated with CVD’S
12. • Chronic bronchitis , coughs and gastritis:
These are relieved by medicinal tea of leaves and bark of
peach tree
• Sedative properties:
Remedy for restlessness includes boiling peach flowers in
water along with some honey
