Organic vs Conventionally Grown Peaches

According to The Environmental Working Group, a nonprofit organization in Washington, D.C. we should purchase organic peaches. Their tests indicate peaches have the most pesticides of any fruit or vegetable, they are most susceptible to pesticide residue. Whenever possible, buy organic peaches.

Being more than 80 percent water and a good source of dietary fiber, peaches are a great addition to any diet especially those trying to lose weight. Peaches also promote healthy skin and are a rich source of Vitamin A. Peaches may be beneficial in the prevention of cancer in organs and glands with epithelial tissue.

Research shows eating peaches helps in the removal of worms from the intestinal tract helping to maintain intestinal health. They also have good to excellent antioxidant activity, some antimicrobial activity and good to excellent tumor growth inhibition activity.

Peaches are beneficial to those dealing with many ailments among those being acidosis, anemia, arthritis, asthma, bladder or kidney stones, bronchitis, gout, high blood pressure and poor digestion.
Organic peaches are a great addition to our diets and a fantastic way to boost the flavour in a salad or provide a dessert you can indulge in guilt free seconds.