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Sugars
8.65 g · 17% DV target
A smooth-skinned genetic variant of the peach, this stone fruit offers a crisp yet succulent texture and a concentrated sweetness balanced by a profile of protective plant pigments.
Nectarines provide a combination of dietary fibre, vitamin C, and polyphenols (beneficial plant compounds), along with carotenoids like beta-carotene .1
Regular consumption of stone fruits, including nectarines and peaches, is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and hypertension as part of a diet high in fruits and vegetables .1012
Large cohort studies have observed that higher intakes of fruits from the Rosaceae family—which includes nectarines, peaches, and apples—are linked to a reduced risk of lung cancer .10
Early research suggests a potential link between eating at least two servings of nectarines or peaches per week and a lower risk of estrogen receptor-negative breast cancer in postmenopausal women, though researchers note these findings require further confirmation .11
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
8.65 g · 17% DV target
Keep at room temperature to allow softening and sugar development.
Once ripe, cold storage prevents over-softening.
Stone fruits generally have low emissions, though water usage in Mediterranean and Californian regions is a factor.
The nectarine is not a cross between a peach and a plum, but a peach with a single recessive gene that prevents the development of fuzzy skin.