Are Peaches With Worms Safe To Eat?

Hello, I have a peach tree growing in my backyard. It has done well producing fruit since we planted it a few years ago, including this year. However, this year I’ve noticed tiny,nearly transparent, white worms in the pits when I cut them open. Are the peaches still okay to eat? My my mother is trying to convince me that I will have parasites growing in my stomach if I do. I’m freaking out a little since I already ate some of the fruit. Thank you for your help

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#1 Comment By BushDoctor On 08/04/2021 @ 3:45 pm

Generally, they are safe to eat. You may want to remove any creatures before eating, though.

Here is an article that will help you with preventing them in the future:

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