Peach is not only a very tasty fruit, which, thanks to its sweetness and juiciness, surpasses most of the known fruits, it has many useful substances, which makes it the leader in consumer choice. The benefits of this fruit is also seen in cosmetology, and it can be actively used for the preparation of masks, scrubs and other beauty tools. Therefore, we consider everything that is necessary to know about peaches, and how to use them correctly in order to get the maximum effect.
Calorie and chemical composition
Consider what vitamins and nutrients found in peaches.
Peach contains:
- vitamin A;
- Group B vitamins: thiamine, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, pyridoxine, folic acid;
- Vitamin E - ascorbic acid and TE;
- vitamin H - biotin;
- vitamin PP and ne;
- potassium;
- magnesium;
- silicon;
- phosphorus;
- chlorine;
- sulfur;
- calcium;
- sodium;
- aluminum;
- iron;
- lithium;
- manganese;
- copper;
- iodine;
- nickel;
- fluorine;
- zinc;
- chromium.
The nutritional value of peach is characterized by the following indicators (per 100 g):- 0.1 g - fat;
- 0.9 g - proteins;
- 0.6 g - ash;
- 0.7 g - organic acids;
- 1.2 g - starch;
- 2.1 g - dietary fiber;
- 8.3 g - monosaccharides and disaccharides;
- 9.5 g - carbohydrates;
- 86.1 g - water.
Learn more about the beneficial properties of berries and fruits in cooking, cosmetology and traditional medicine: strawberries, blueberries, black raspberries, cloudberries, cranberries, black currants, cherries, cherry plums, plums, apples, pears, lemon, bergamot, pineapple, feijoa.
Also, this fruit is rich in the following essential amino acids:
- histidine;
- isoleucine;
- arginine;
- lysine;
- methionine;
- threonine;
- tryptophan;
- phenylalanine.
Peach also has the content of such replaceable amino acids:- aspartic acid;
- alanine;
- glycine;
- glutamic acid;
- proline;
- serine;
- tyrosine;
- cysteine.
Did you know? In the USA, there is the National Peach Month - August, which has been celebrated since 1982. This fruit came to America thanks to Columbus, during his travels to the continent.
What is useful
Peach has positive effects on the body:
- Supports full work circulatory system.
Peaches are good for the blood and heart because they have a high content of potassium and calcium - these are the components involved in restoring and forming the walls of blood vessels that have been damaged. Potassium also affects the regulation of the functioning of the heart muscle and the maintenance of a normal and stable heart rhythm. 
Vitamin E has the same positive effect, which, among other things, helps prevent blood clots from forming in the blood vessels. Peach contains irreplaceable iron, which must be ingested in the presence of anemia, and also in order for the bone marrow to produce more red blood cells that support the normal functioning of all organs and body systems.
The fruit acts on cholesterol, reducing its quantity and interfering with absorption, which helps prevent cholesterol plaques and is a prevention for atherosclerosis.
Read also about the beneficial properties and harm of nectarine - "bald peach".
- Peaches have a positive effect on the musculoskeletal system.
Calcium and phosphorus, which are contained in large quantities in the fruit, have a tonic effect. Peaches are recommended for use in diseases of the bones and joints, so that they are supplied with vitamins and the necessary structural elements, activating metabolic processes in bone and cartilage tissue.
The fruit helps to improve the joints with the help of biologically active components and a high moisture content, which allows you to remove toxins and salts from the body in huge amounts. Therefore, the fruits are recommended for people who suffer from osteochondrosis, arthritis, rheumatism and osteoporosis. 
- Fruit has a stimulating effect on the digestive processes of the body.
Despite the fact that there is an opinion about the irritating effect of the peach hairs on the digestive system, there is no scientific confirmation of this - on the contrary, the flesh, and especially the rind of the fetus, due to the high content of soluble fiber, improves the digestive processes and also stimulates the intestines and the digestion of food lumps, activating other organs of the digestive system and thereby allowing the useful substances to be quickly and completely absorbed.
Thus, there is a rapid saturation of food, the release of the stomach from the load, and the body is provided with the necessary energy. Also, the fruit prevents the development of harmful microbes. Peaches are a good prevention of constipation and the appearance of worms, lower the acidity of the stomach, prevent kidney and liver diseases. They have a good effect on the state of immunity and are recommended for use in the postoperative period, as well as after illness, in order to improve the appetite and prevent the appearance of heartburn.
- The use of this fruit is recommended for people who are trying to lose weight, because when released into the body the fetus causes a feeling of fullness, although it is low-calorie.
- Due to the high content of sugar, vitamins and magnesium, the fetus tones the body and allows you to get rid of the depressive and stressful state, which leads to an increase in mood.
- Also, the peach is called the fruit of beauty, because it has a beneficial effect on the skin. This is due to the high moisture content, as well as due to the fact that it does not allow losing moisture from the body, which is already contained in its cells. This factor is one of the most important for preventing the development of wrinkles, smoothing them and keeping the skin in good condition. The fruit allows you to exfoliate hard skin cells, because it contains citric, malic and tartaric acid.
- Due to the high zinc content, the fruits have a beneficial effect on the restoration of male power, the normalization of hormonal levels, the maintenance of the prostate in a normal state, and the development of its diseases.
- Fruit is recommended to use to prevent colds and viral diseases, as it neutralizes microbes, containing vitamins A and B in abundance. Also, this fruit is recommended for children, especially in the period of weakened immunity.
- Fruits affect the state of pregnant women very well: in order to prevent or eliminate the symptoms of toxicosis and nausea, it is recommended to use two or three fruits a day.
- Due to choleretic and diuretic action, peach removes harmful substances, as well as excess fluid from the body, prevents urolithiasis, removes sand from the bladder. Fiber allows you to clean the intestines, remove unwanted waste from the body.
- The work of the brain improves, the memory is strengthened, the body stays young longer due to the potassium and phosphorus contained in this fruit.
- If you regularly use this fruit, the body will be saturated with all the necessary vitamins and trace elements, will provide them with the body for a long period, preventing the development of beriberi.
Did you know? Peach became known to the whole world thanks to China - at the moment this country is the world leader in peach exports.
Application in home cosmetology
Peach is very popular for home use as a cosmetic. On the basis of it, women have learned to prepare all sorts of face masks.
There is a mask to moisturize the skin, for elasticity and to get rid of wrinkles, for the normalization of the sebaceous glands.
Important! Use a peach mask is necessary only if you are not allergic to this fruit.
Consider the most popular peach mask recipes with additives for different skin types. 
People with normal skin type can use the following masks:
- based on peach juice and milk. For its preparation, it is necessary to squeeze the fruit juice and strain, add milk, so that the components are in equal proportions. In the resulting mixture, the cloth is wetted, preferably gauze, and applied to the face for 20 minutes. If the napkin dries out during this time, it is recommended to moisten it additionally in the mixture. It is necessary to make such a mask 2 times a week: it will nourish the skin with necessary substances and preserve its elasticity and youth;
- based on the pulp of peach, almond butter and sour cream. For its preparation, you need to take 2 parts of the pulp of the fruit without peel and crush until smooth, add 1 part sour cream and 1 part almond oil. It is recommended to apply a mask on cleansed skin with a layer of medium thickness, trying not to leave gaps. The mask on the face is kept for 10 minutes, then washed off with warm water without the use of soap. This mask can be done once a week, it will moisturize the skin and will prevent the development of wrinkles.
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People with dry skin types are recommended to use the following masks:
- based on the pulp of peach, cream, egg yolks. For its preparation, it is necessary to peel 1 fruit from the peel and crush to obtain a homogeneous mass, add 1 yolk and rub again well, then add thick, better homemade, cream in the amount of 2 tbsp. l Apply the mixture onto the face skin and wait 15 minutes, rinse with warm water without using soap. The mask can be made 1-2 times a week to nourish, moisturize and prevent skin aging;
- based on the pulp of peach and olive oil. To do this, prepare a teaspoon of fruit pulp and add 1 tbsp. l olive oil, mix thoroughly and apply on the skin, leave for 20 minutes, rinse with warm water, without soap. This mask perfectly cope with the peeling on the skin, moisturize it and nourishes the necessary vitamins;
- on the basis of peach juice, cottage cheese and honey. For its preparation it is necessary to use 1 tsp. honey, 1 tbsp. l curd and 3 tbsp. l fruit juice. The ingredients are thoroughly mixed and applied to the skin for 20 minutes, then the mask is washed off with warm water. This tool will help to normalize the condition of the skin, nourishes it with vitamins, well moisturize and prevent aging. You can make such a mask once a week.
People with oily skin are recommended to use such masks:- based on the pulp of peach and egg white. For its preparation, it is recommended to peel the fruit and peel, turn the pulp into a puree and mix it with protein, which is well whipped into foam. It is recommended to apply such a mask on previously cleansed skin so that the mask penetrates well into the pores and stimulates the sebaceous glands. It is necessary to maintain the mask for 20 minutes, then rinse with water at room temperature. You can make a mask up to 3 times a week until you get a positive result;
- based on the pulp of peach and starch. For its preparation, it is necessary to peel the fruit, remove the stone and crush to a uniform consistency, add 1 tbsp. l starch without slides, mix thoroughly and apply on cleansed skin. Keep the mask for 20 minutes and rinse with warm water. It is necessary to do this procedure 1-2 times a week: it helps to regulate the work of the sebaceous glands and has a bleaching effect on the skin.
In the recipes of home remedies for the beauty of skin and hair, various plants are used: roses, marigolds, calendula, nasturtium, nettle, coltsfoot, thyme, cilantro, cardamom, kalanchoe.
Age masks for skin - when wrinkles are actively starting to form, it is recommended to use such masks:
- on the basis of peach pulp and pharmacy chamomile. For its preparation, it is necessary to peel the fruit from the peel and bones, crush it and add chamomile decoction, which is prepared according to the recipe on the package. The ingredients are thoroughly mixed and applied to the skin. Maintain the mask for 20 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Use this tool is recommended 3 times a week;
- based on peach juice, grape seed oil and oatmeal. For its preparation, it is necessary to squeeze the juice out of the fruit, add 5 drops of small and bring to medium thickness using oatmeal (you will need up to 1 tablespoon). Apply the product should be on clean skin and incubate for 20 minutes. It is necessary to carry out the procedure 2 times a week.
Important! You should choose a mask according to your skin type in order to achieve the maximum effect from use.
Possible harm
Peach, despite its beneficial properties, has some contraindications to use and may harm the body if left unchecked:
- Velvety skin on some fruit varieties may cause allergic reactions in humans. Allergies can occur due to pollen that accumulates on the villi.
- Based on the fact that the peach is a highly sugar-containing fruit, it can be used by diabetics in limited quantities and under the strict supervision of doctors.
- If a person has an increased acidity of the stomach, he should take this fruit with caution or completely eliminate it from his diet.
- If you take the fruit in large quantities, it may be an upset stomach.
The harm that can occur from eating a peach directly depends on the quality and method of storage of the fruit. Very often, in order to keep the peach in good condition for a long time, and thereby prolong the implementation period, sellers use chemical additives that process fruit. It is necessary to use such a product with care and thoroughly wash it in hot water to get rid of the top layer of chemicals, otherwise its benefits will be lost.
Thus, the peach is a very useful fruit, which has not only excellent taste, but also has a positive effect on the skin and the body as a whole. It is important to use the fruits wisely and select recipes for personal care products with peach to suit your personal needs.
