Apples are one of the few fruits that do find their way into the average American diet. If you don't currently eat apples, you may be doing your body a disservice.
Have you ever heard someone say an apple a day keeps the doctor away? Once you take a closer look at some of the health benefits of apples, you might see more clearly.
Apples come in a wide variety such as granny smith, honey crisp, Fuji, gala, red delicious and more. Everyone seems to have their favorite as apples can vary widely in flavor from the super sweet to the tart.
An interesting fact, apples are of the Rose family of plants and are round and usually have green, red or pink colored skins. You can eat them raw or as some people do, bake them into a pie.
They're loaded with health benefits too, did you know that apples are rich in flavonoids? They help to reduce the risks of cancers such as breast cancer, colon cancer, liver cancer, and others.
Also the vitamins and minerals found in this awesome fruit help to lower cholesterol and reduce your risks of diabetes. The fiber found in this fruit does an incredible job of keeping blood sugars level, it also binds together with fats and helps to remove them from your system, which in turn helps to stop plaque build up.
Apples also do a lot more for your overall health and looks - such as keeping your smile healthier, stopping the formation of gallstones, helping to protect you from Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, stopping irritable bowel syndrome, boosting up your immune system, preventing cataracts, and helping you get control of your weight. No wonder your mother always told you to eat your apples!
You can add these delicious fruits as part of your daily diet very easily due to the fact that they don't need any type of preparation. You don't need a spoon or a fork, just pick it up, wash it off and your ready to go. And if you want to change things up a little, you can add them to a fruit salad, or how about a side dish or better yet, you can make a great tasting all natural smoothie.
Apples are the tastiest "healthy" food in your grocery store. So how do you like 'dem apples? Very much, actually!
Have you ever heard someone say an apple a day keeps the doctor away? Once you take a closer look at some of the health benefits of apples, you might see more clearly.
Apples come in a wide variety such as granny smith, honey crisp, Fuji, gala, red delicious and more. Everyone seems to have their favorite as apples can vary widely in flavor from the super sweet to the tart.
An interesting fact, apples are of the Rose family of plants and are round and usually have green, red or pink colored skins. You can eat them raw or as some people do, bake them into a pie.
They're loaded with health benefits too, did you know that apples are rich in flavonoids? They help to reduce the risks of cancers such as breast cancer, colon cancer, liver cancer, and others.
Also the vitamins and minerals found in this awesome fruit help to lower cholesterol and reduce your risks of diabetes. The fiber found in this fruit does an incredible job of keeping blood sugars level, it also binds together with fats and helps to remove them from your system, which in turn helps to stop plaque build up.
Apples also do a lot more for your overall health and looks - such as keeping your smile healthier, stopping the formation of gallstones, helping to protect you from Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, stopping irritable bowel syndrome, boosting up your immune system, preventing cataracts, and helping you get control of your weight. No wonder your mother always told you to eat your apples!
You can add these delicious fruits as part of your daily diet very easily due to the fact that they don't need any type of preparation. You don't need a spoon or a fork, just pick it up, wash it off and your ready to go. And if you want to change things up a little, you can add them to a fruit salad, or how about a side dish or better yet, you can make a great tasting all natural smoothie.
Apples are the tastiest "healthy" food in your grocery store. So how do you like 'dem apples? Very much, actually!
About the Author:
Jessie Atkinson takes a look into apple nutrition at Apple Nutrition. Jessie also explores avocado nutrition at Avocado Nutrition.
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