Apricots, scientifically known as Prunus Armeniaca, are produced the most in Turkey. They actually originated China, and from there it was introduced to many parts of the world. Notably, Alexander the Great brought apricots to Greece from Persia, and spaniards introduced them to the California in the US, where they are known as 'orchards'.
An interesting fact about apricots is that they are known as 'Seeds of the Sun' in Persia. This connotation relates apricots to pregnant women. According to the Persians, if a woman eats an apricot and it is better, this means that she is pregnant. On the other hand, sweetness would indicate that she is not pregnant.
In addition, apricots are part of the Hunza's main diet, a tribe that lives in the Himalayas and are characterised by having long lives.
As for the benefit of this fruit, it is a good source of vitamin A, a precursor for 'retinal' which improves eyesight.
An interesting fact about apricots is that they are known as 'Seeds of the Sun' in Persia. This connotation relates apricots to pregnant women. According to the Persians, if a woman eats an apricot and it is better, this means that she is pregnant. On the other hand, sweetness would indicate that she is not pregnant.
In addition, apricots are part of the Hunza's main diet, a tribe that lives in the Himalayas and are characterised by having long lives.
As for the benefit of this fruit, it is a good source of vitamin A, a precursor for 'retinal' which improves eyesight.
Citation:
Simpson, B., & Ogorzaly, M. (2013). Fruits and Nuts of Temperate Regions. In Plants In Our World: Economic Botany. McGrawhill.
Wow interesting fact about the tribe in the Himalayas!
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