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Peaches, canned, heavy syrup, drained

Fruits Per 100 g · Per 100g serving
Data sources: 50 AFCD 47 SR Legacy

Peaches, canned, heavy syrup, drained is a fruit at 60.7 calories per 100g. This fruit is virtually fat-free. Fruits are naturally rich in vitamins, dietary fiber, and antioxidants. They are an important part of a balanced diet and contribute to daily micronutrient needs. Our database tracks 97 nutrients for this food, plus insulin index, environmental footprint data.

60.7
Calories
kcal
0.50
Protein
g
0.20
Fat
g
18.4
Carbs
g
1.1
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

💪
Carbohydrate
18.4 g
14% DV
☀️
Vitamin C
11.0 mg
12% DV
💎
Iron
0.40 mg
5% DV

Data for 97 of 150 tracked nutrients

Nutrient Fingerprint

How this food scores across key nutrient categories, as a percentage of the daily recommended value per 100 g. Based on USDA DRIs for adults.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Macronutrients 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water AFCD83.9g—
2%
Calories AFCD60.7kcal——
Energy (kJ) SR303kj——
Protein AFCD0.50g—
1%
Total Fat AFCD0.20g——
Carbohydrate SR18.4g—
14%
Fiber AFCD1.1g—
3%
Total Sugars AFCD13.6g——
Starch AFCD0.20g——
Ash AFCD0.20g——
Minerals 11
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium AFCD9.0mg—
1%
Iron AFCD0.40mg—
5%
Magnesium AFCD6.0mg—
2%
Phosphorus AFCD9.0mg—
1%
Potassium AFCD72.0mg—
2%
Sodium AFCD6.0mg—
0%
Zinc AFCD0.10mg—
1%
Copper AFCD0mg——
Manganese AFCD0mg——
Selenium AFCD0µg——
Fluoride SR6.8µg—
0%
Vitamins 35
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) AFCD22.0µg—
2%
Vitamin A (IU) SR31.0IU——
Retinol AFCD0µg——
Beta-Carotene AFCD130µg——
Alpha-Carotene AFCD0µg——
Beta-Cryptoxanthin AFCD0µg——
Lycopene SR0µg——
Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR33.0µg——
Vitamin C AFCD11.0mg—
12%
Vitamin D SR0µg——
Vitamin D (IU) AFCD0IU——
Vitamin D2 AFCD0µg——
Vitamin D3 AFCD0µg——
Vitamin E AFCD0mg——
Beta-Tocopherol SR0mg——
Gamma-Tocopherol SR0.04mg——
Delta-Tocopherol SR0mg——
Alpha-Tocotrienol SR0mg——
Beta-Tocotrienol SR0mg——
Gamma-Tocotrienol SR0mg——
Delta-Tocotrienol SR0mg——
Vitamin K1 SR2.4µg—
2%
Vitamin K2 (MK-4) SR0µg——
Thiamin (B1) AFCD0mg——
Riboflavin (B2) AFCD0mg——
Niacin (B3) AFCD0mg——
Pantothenic Acid (B5) SR0.02mg—
0%
Vitamin B6 AFCD0mg——
Folate AFCD0µg——
Folic Acid SR0µg——
Folate (food) AFCD0µg——
Folate (DFE) AFCD0µg——
Vitamin B12 AFCD0µg——
Choline SR3.8mg—
1%
Betaine SR0.30mg——
Fatty Acids 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat AFCD0g——
Monounsaturated Fat AFCD0g——
Polyunsaturated Fat AFCD0g——
Trans Fat AFCD0g——
Cholesterol AFCD0mg——
Omega-3 ALA AFCD0g——
Omega-3 EPA AFCD0g——
Omega-3 DPA AFCD0g——
Omega-3 DHA AFCD0g——
Individual Fatty Acids 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Butyric Acid (4:0) SR0g——
Caproic Acid (6:0) SR0g——
Caprylic Acid (8:0) SR0g——
Capric Acid (10:0) SR0g——
Lauric Acid (12:0) SR0g——
Myristic Acid (14:0) SR0g——
Palmitic Acid (16:0) SR0.01g——
Stearic Acid (18:0) SR0g——
Linoleic Acid (18:2) AFCD0g——
Linolenic Acid (18:3) SR0g——
Amino Acids 18
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Tryptophan AFCD0g——
Threonine SR0.009g——
Isoleucine SR0.01g——
Leucine SR0.02g——
Lysine SR0.02g——
Methionine SR0.005g——
Cystine SR0.007g——
Phenylalanine SR0.01g——
Tyrosine SR0.008g——
Valine SR0.01g——
Arginine SR0.01g——
Histidine SR0.007g——
Alanine SR0.02g——
Aspartic Acid SR0.24g——
Glutamic Acid SR0.03g——
Glycine SR0.01g——
Proline SR0.01g——
Serine SR0.02g——
Phytochemicals 1
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Oxalic Acid AFCD0mg——
Other 3
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Caffeine AFCD0mg——
Theobromine SR0mg——
Alcohol AFCD0g——

Nutrient Density Score

The NRF9.3 score measures overall nutritional quality per 100 kcal. It rewards 9 nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium) and penalizes 3 to limit (saturated fat, added sugars, sodium). Higher is better; negative scores indicate the food is high in limit nutrients relative to its beneficial content.

42
NRF9.3 Score
Moderate · per 100 kcal
Poor (<0) Moderate Good Excellent (100+)

NRF9.3 index: Fulgoni et al. (2009), J Nutr 139(8). DVs based on FDA 2020 reference values.

Nutrient Interactions in This Food

Nutrients in this food that enhance or compete with each other during absorption.

✔ Synergies — nutrients that help each other

Vitamin C + Iron●●●

Vitamin C dramatically enhances non-heme iron absorption by reducing Fe³⁺ to Fe²⁺ in the gut. Adding 75 mg vitamin C to a meal can increase iron absorption 3–4 fold.

Hallberg et al., Am J Clin Nutr, 1989

Amino Acid Profile

Essential amino acid composition compared to the WHO/FAO adult reference pattern. The Amino Acid Score indicates protein quality — 100 means all essential amino acid requirements are met.

0
Amino Acid Score
Low
Tryptophan
Limiting Amino Acid
17
Amino Acids Tracked

Tip: The limiting amino acid is Tryptophan. Pair with dairy, poultry, and eggs for a complete amino acid profile.

All Amino Acids (17)
Amino Acidg / 100gmg / g protein
Threonine0.00918.0
Isoleucine0.0120.0
Leucine0.0232.0
Lysine0.0234.0
Methionine0.00510.0
Cystine0.00714.0
Phenylalanine0.0122.0
Tyrosine0.00816.0
Valine0.0124.0
Arginine0.0120.0
Histidine0.00714.0
Alanine0.0232.0
Aspartic Acid0.24476.0
Glutamic Acid0.0364.0
Glycine0.0124.0
Proline0.0120.0
Serine0.0236.0

How Cooking Changes Nutrients

Estimated percentage of each nutrient retained after cooking, based on USDA retention factors for the “Other Vegetables” food category. Values of 100% mean no loss; lower values indicate nutrients lost to heat, water, or oxidation.

Key insights
⚡Choline loses up to 10% when fried. Boiled (drained) retains 100%.

Source: USDA Table of Nutrient Retention Factors, Release 6 (2007). Retention values are category-level averages — actual retention depends on cooking time, temperature, and water volume.

USDA Retention Factors

Insulin Response

The Insulin Index (II) measures the actual insulin response to food on a scale where white bread = 100. Unlike the Glycemic Index (which only measures blood sugar), the II captures the full hormonal response — including the effect of protein and fat on insulin secretion. This is why high-protein foods like meat and dairy can have significant insulin scores despite having low or zero GI values.

39
Insulin Index
Moderate Insulin Response
Insulin Index Scale 39
0 Low ≤30 Mod ≤60 High ≤100 120
Measured ●●● Clinically measured (Holt 1997, Bell 2014)

Source: Holt et al. 1997; Bao et al. 2016; Bell 2014

Environmental Impact

Environmental footprint per kilogram of food produced. Data represents the global average for the “Other Fruit” category.

1.1
kg CO₂e / kg
Low Impact
1.4
m² land / kg
Land Use
153
L water / kg
Water Use
4.8
g SO₂e / kg
Acidification
How this compares (GHG emissions)
Potatoes (0.5)Chicken (9.9)Beef (99.5)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions1.1 kg CO₂e / kg
Land Use1.4 m² / kg
Water Use153 L / kg
Eutrophication3.6 g PO₄e / kg
Acidification4.8 g SO₂e / kg
⚠️ Important context about this data
  • Global averages: These figures are production-weighted averages from a meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms across 119 countries (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Actual impact varies enormously by farming method, geography, and supply chain.
  • System boundary: Cradle-to-retail only — does not include consumer transport, home cooking energy, or food waste.
  • Soil carbon not included: This data does not account for soil carbon sequestration. Some argue that well-managed regenerative grazing partially offsets ruminant emissions; however, full lifecycle accounting — including methane, land-use change, and the opportunity cost of using land for grazing vs. reforestation — typically makes the net footprint of ruminant meat higher, not lower. This is especially relevant in temperate grassland regions like Ireland.
  • Not gospel: This data is informational and illustrative. It is useful for understanding relative magnitudes, but should not be treated as precise measurements for any individual product or farm.

Source: Poore & Nemecek (2018), Science 360(6392). Meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms, 119 countries, 46 product categories.

Global Supply: Fruits

Top 10 countries by per capita supply of the “Fruits” food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023). This is food group–level data from FAO Food Balance Sheets, not specific to this individual food.

1.
Dominican Republic
618
2.
Oman
424
3.
Uganda
422
4.
Guyana
416
5.
Sao Tome and Principe
366
6.
Saudi Arabia
352
7.
Papua New Guinea
317
8.
Dominica
308
9.
Albania
293
10.
Ghana
286

Global Supply Trend (1961–2023)

+38%
1961: 93 kcal2023: 128 kcal

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste, converted to kcal/capita/day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Peaches, canned, heavy syrup, drained?

Peaches, canned, heavy syrup, drained contains 60.7 kcal per 100 grams, making it a low-calorie food. The energy comes from 0.50g of protein (3% of calories), 0.20g of fat (3%), and 18.4g of carbohydrates (121%). Carbohydrates are the primary energy source.

What is Peaches, canned, heavy syrup, drained most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Peaches, canned, heavy syrup, drained is Carbohydrate, providing 18.4 g per 100g (14% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Vitamin C (12% DV). Our database tracks 97 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Peaches, canned, heavy syrup, drained high in protein?

At 0.50g per 100 grams, Peaches, canned, heavy syrup, drained is not a significant source of protein. Pair with protein-rich foods like legumes, meat, fish, or dairy to meet daily protein needs.

How much fiber is in Peaches, canned, heavy syrup, drained?

Peaches, canned, heavy syrup, drained contains 1.1g of fiber per 100 grams, which is a small amount. To increase fiber intake, consider pairing with high-fiber foods such as legumes, whole grains, or vegetables.

What is the insulin index of Peaches, canned, heavy syrup, drained?

Peaches, canned, heavy syrup, drained has a moderate insulin response (II: 39) (clinically measured) on the insulin index scale (white bread = 100). This is a typical insulin response for most mixed foods. Note that the insulin index can differ substantially from the glycemic index — dairy products and high-protein foods often have higher insulin responses than their GI would suggest.