How healthy is peach?
Is peach healthy? Yes, for most people. Peach scores 72/100 on the HowHealthyIs Score: 100 g provides 39 kcal, 6.6 mg vitamin C and 1.5 g fiber. A medium peach is low in calories and adds vitamin C and a little vitamin A. Source: USDA FoodData Central.
Score explained
The score compares nutrient density per 100 kcal across every food we cover (NRF9.3 method). Peach ranks higher than 72% of them.
Counts in favor (% daily value per 100 kcal)
- Vitamin C19%
- Fiber14%
- Vitamin E12%
- Potassium10%
- Magnesium5%
- Protein5%
- Vitamin A5%
- Iron4%
- Calcium1%
Counts against
- Saturated fat0%
- Added sugars0%
- Sodium0%
Raw NRF9.3: 75 minus 0 = 75. The score is not a verdict on whether to eat a food; portion, the whole meal and your own health matter more. Full methodology
How many calories are in peach?
Calories59kcal
Protein1.4g
Carbohydrates14g
Fat0.4g
Fiber2.3g
Sugars13g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per portion | %DV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy and macronutrients | |||
| Calories | 39 kcal | 59 kcal | |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 1.4 g | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 9.5 g | 14 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Sugars | 8.4 g | 13 g | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.4 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | <0.1 g | <0.1 g | 0% |
| Vitamins | |||
| Vitamin A | 16 µg | 24 µg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 6.6 mg | 9.9 mg | 11% |
| Vitamin E | 0.7 mg | 1.1 mg | 7% |
| Minerals | |||
| Calcium | 6 mg | 9 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 0.4 mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 190 mg | 285 mg | 6% |
| Magnesium | 9 mg | 14 mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 0 mg | 0 mg | 0% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central, "Peaches, yellow, raw" (FDC 169928). Values rounded.
Why is peach good for you?
- 9.9 mg vitamin C in 1 medium peach, 11% of the daily value. Vitamin C contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
Good ways to use it
- Breakfast toppings
- Grilled as a dessert
What should you watch out for?
- Peaches canned in heavy syrup add a lot of sugar; choose fruit canned in juice or water.
Which fruits score higher?
Other fruits with more nutrition per calorie. Variety matters more than picking one winner.
How does peach compare?
Common questions about peach
How many calories are in peach?
100 g of peach has 39 kcal. A typical portion, 1 medium peach (150 g), has about 59 kcal.
How much protein is in peach?
Peach has 0.9 g of protein per 100 g, or about 1.4 g in 1 medium peach.
Is peach good for weight loss?
Peach is low in calories (39 kcal per 100 g), so it adds volume to meals without many calories. No single food causes weight loss; the overall diet does.