Apricots are an excellent source of vitamin A and a very good source of vitamin C. They are also a good source of dietary fibre, potassium and amino acids.

Apricots contain phytochemicals called carotenoids, compounds that give red, orange and yellow colours to fruits and vegetables.

The powerful antioxidant Lycopene, also found in tomatoes, is one of the carotenoids found in apricots.