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PEACH
FAST FACTS
IMPORTANT NUTRIENTS
IDEAS FOR SERVING
SELECTION & STORAGE
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Peaches are a type of drupe or "stone fruit." Other stone
fruits include nectarines, tangerines, cherries and mangos
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Peaches share its species with nectarines, differing in just
one genetic mutation
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Peaches come from China but can be grown in Arizona
with plenty of sunlight and water.
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Peaches are part of the rose family.
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Fiber -
to maintain gut health
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Vitamin C
- helps wounds heal
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Vitamin A
- important for eyes, skin,
and immune systems
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Vitamin E
- powerful antioxidant
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Potassium
- plays a role in every
heartbeat
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Water
- essential for life
Choose peaches that are medium sized and not too hard or
soft. Unripe peaches will not sweeten after being picked.
Although peaches are good at room temperature, they are not
harmed by refrigeration. Peaches can be kept up to one week
depending on freshness.
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Enjoy raw either whole or sliced
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Peaches can be enjoyed with yogurt for extra
flavor and nutrients
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Try grilling peaches at a cookout
PEACH
ACTIVITIES
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Five Senses Fun!
Use your five senses to describe how peaches looks,
feels, tastes, sounds, and smells.
Fruit Math
Count as many of the tiny grooves on your peach pit
as you can. How high did you get?
Compare & Contrast
Make a list of similarities and a list of differences
between peaches and another fruit. Are there more
similarities or differences?
Singing
Write a song about the health benefits of peaches.
Share with the class!
Write a Recipe
Invent a new recipe that includes peaches as one
of the ingredients.
Watch a Video
Find and watch a video online that shows how
peaches are grown, harvested, and distributed in
the United States.
PEACH
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CHECK FOR UNDERSTANDING
What are some examples of other drupe or stone fruits?
Describe the steps you would take to grow peaches at home.
Why is eating peaches good for your health?
What should you look for when selecting peaches at the store?
What is your favorite way to eat peaches?
PEACH
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CHECK FOR UNDERSTANDING
What are some examples of other drupe or stone fruits?
Examples: plums, nectarines, cherries, apricots, mangoes, etc.
Describe the steps you would take to grow peaches at home.
Example: 1. Choose your location with plenty of sunlight; 2. Plant the seeds; 3. Water daily
Why is eating peaches good for your health?
Examples: provides essential vitamins and minerals, good source of fiber, etc.
What should you look for when selecting peaches at the store?
Example: Look for medium sized, semi-soft, ripe, colorful peaches.
What is your favorite way to eat peaches?
Examples: fresh, with yogurt, as a dessert, canned or jammed for later, etc.
PEACH
REFERENCES
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Grapefruit. Kurt Notle. (2019).https://cals.arizona.edu/fps/sites/cals.arizona.edu.fps/files/cotw/Grapefruit.pdf
10 Science-Based Benefits of Grapefruit. Brianna Elliot. (2017) https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-benefits-
of-grapefruit#section1
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