Apple Nutrition The Right Way

By Jessie Atkinson

Did you know that Apples are one of the most popular fruits when it comes to the American diet? If they are not part of your daily diet then you are passing on some great health benefits.



You may better understand the saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" after reading the following facts and health benefits of apples.

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.

One thing few people know is that apples actually belong to the Rose family of plants. These fruits are round in shape and usually have red, green, yellow, pink or combination colored skins and are usually most known for being eaten raw or baked into a pie.

Besides their great taste, they come with an anti-cancer benefit too. They are loaded with flavonoids, especially in their skins, which help to reduce the risk of colon cancer, breast 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.

It doesn't stop there either, they also help in protection against Parkinsons and Alzheimers, they also boost your immune system, they stop irritable bowel syndrome, prevent cataracts, help you to control your weight and give you a better overall smile. All of these benefits in one little fruit.

Apples are easy to add to your daily diet as they come in a wide variety and can be eaten without any preparation or utensils. If you want to jazz things up a little you can try eating your apples with a slice of strong cheese, slice them up into a fruit salad with a little honey and lemon, cook them into savory side dishes or even tossed into juicers or blenders for delicious fruit juices and smoothies.

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 discusses apple nutrition at Apple Nutrition. Jessie also takes a glimpse at avocado nutrition at Avocado Nutrition.