Oh, Sweet Goodness, it’s Peach Season!

Did you know that although Georgia is the Peach State, California and South Carolina grow more pounds of the fruit? From being used in your favorite desserts, to making the perfect smoothie, peaches deliver in being the perfect sweet treat. Celebrate this juicy fruit all August long for National Peach Month!

Peaches are in season this month, and it’s the perfect time to gain some knowledge on this delicious and nutritious packed fruit. Peaches come packed with vitamins and minerals making them an excellent snack choice for when you are craving something sweet and delicious.

When peaches are ripe, they provide the perfect amount of sweetness. They are commonly known as “stone fruits” much like cherries, plums, and apricots, due to their fairly large seed. Peaches are versatile, they can be baked, grilled, or just eaten straight from the fridge.

Peachy Benefits

Peaches are packed with nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants making them an excellent summer fruit. Here are just 4 reasons to eat more peaches:

1. Antioxidant Packed.Peaches are packed with antioxidants. Antioxidants help protect your body’s cells from damage from harmful compounds.

2. Digestion Aid.Peaches are high in fiber helping aid in healthy digestion. One medium-sized peach provides 2 grams of both soluble fiber and insoluble fiber.

3. Heart Healthy. Peaches have been linked to heart health, helping lower the risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, and cholesterol levels.

4. Cancer Prevention.Certain compounds found in peaches such as carotenoids and caffeic acid are found to have anti-cancer properties. In addition, the polyphenols found in peaches have been shown to reduce the growth of cancer cells.

4 Ways to Eat Peaches

There is no wrong way to eat a peach, however, there are some fun and exciting cooking techniques to try to bring out the delicious flavors in peaches.

• Grilled peaches make the ultimate sweet treat! Try grilling peaches by first brushing peaches with a little olive oil and grill for 2-3 mins and enjoy! Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar for an added treat.

• Baked peaches make for a great evening dessert. First, start by finding the juiciest and ripe peach. Then, cut the peach in half and bake in a baking dish for 30 mins at 350 degrees. You can top your peach with some whipped cream, honey, or whatever topping you like!

• Blend your peaches with your favorite nut-milk, for a creamy peach drink. You can blend them with almond milk, cashew milk, or whatever beverage you enjoy. When blended, peaches also make a great topping for yogurt!

• Chopping up peaches makes for a great snack when mixed with healthy fat like nuts. Add some chopped peaches to a bowl with some chopped pecans or walnuts, and top with a dash of cinnamon.

Peaches are in season in the summer however, they can be enjoyed all year round. However, now is the perfect time to head over to your local grocery store and pick up the ripest peach you can find and see what recipe you come up with. Stay peachy!

Your Turn to Take Action – How do you like to enjoy peaches? Let me know in the comment section below.

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