What nutrients do apricot kernels contain?

One study reports that, depending on the type of apricot, the kernels are composed of:

• Oils: From 27.7 to 66.7 percent

• Proteins: Between 14.1 and 45.3 percent, of which 32 to 34 percent are essential amino acids

• Carbohydrates: From 18.1 to 27.9 percent

Around 5 percent of the kernel is fiber.