Apricot

🍑 What Is Apricot?
Apricots are sweet, juicy stone fruits with soft, velvety skin and vibrant golden-orange flesh. They are naturally rich in vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants. Apricots are enjoyed fresh, dried, or as part of jams, desserts, and savory dishes.

🤔 Why Might a Sensitivity to Apricot Occur?

A sensitivity to apricot may be associated with:

• Fructose: Natural fruit sugars that may be difficult to digest for those with fructose malabsorption.

• Sulfites: Commonly added to dried apricots and may provoke reactions in sensitive individuals.

• Fruit-specific proteins: Some individuals may react to natural plant proteins unique to apricots.

🛠️ Supportive Lifestyle Choices

• Avoid apricots and apricot-containing foods for 8 weeks.

• Gradually reintroduce afterward and observe any changes in tolerance.

• Choose foods with similar nutrients such as peaches or carrots (if tolerated).

• Keep a food diary to monitor patterns and reactions.

💊 Supportive General Supplements

• Digestive enzymes: May help with breaking down natural fruit sugars and compounds.

• Probiotics: Support gut balance and overall digestive wellness.

🌟 Why Might I React to Apricots but Not Peaches or Plums?

Possible explanations include:

• Protein variations: Apricots contain different proteins compared to other stone fruits.

• Fructose concentration: Apricots may have higher or more concentrated natural sugars.

• Sulfites: Often present in dried apricots but not typically used on fresh peaches or plums.

🍽️ Popular Dishes with Apricot

• Apricot jam

• Apricot-glazed meats

• Dried apricots

• Apricot pastries

🍽️ Alternatives (if tolerated)

• Peaches

• Plums

• Carrots

• Sweet potatoes