If you thought Apricots were all about their deliciously sweet pulp, you are mistaken! Apricot seeds are also edible and densely packed with nutrition. They are a rich source of many key nutrients like Vitamin b17, Protein and fibre. However, the safety of these seeds has been under constant debate, as it was found that eating them in large quantities can pose a serious threat to human life. Apricot seeds are also banned from commercial markets for the very same reason. This article sheds light on some of the key Apricot seeds benefits to our body when taken in very small quantities. However, we do not recommend eating them without consulting a doctor or a health expert.
Apricot Seeds Nutrition Facts:
Below is the nutritional breakup of Apricot kernels per 100 gms of serving:
- Total Calories: 578
- Total Fat: 50.45 gm
- Carbohydrates: 13.77 gm
- Dietary Fiber: 7.9 gm
- Sugars: 3.81 gm
- Protein: 25.32 gm
- Vitamin A: 2 %
- Vitamin C: 1 %
- Calcium: 17 %
- Iron: 16 %