A Superfood to Add to Your Diet
Apples are a good source of vitamins. They are also rich in antioxidants, dietary fibres, and flavonoids. The phytonutrients and antioxidants in apples may reduce the risk of developing heart disease, hypertension, cancer, and diabetes.
It is believed that the antioxidants found in apples can prevent and repair oxidation damage that happens during normal cell activity.
Try one its good for you!
Apples have the ability to reduce tooth decay by lowering the levels of bacteria in your mouth according to studies. So take advantage of this fruit and make it a part of your diet.
I can assure you that you won’t regret it.
Health facts
Gallstones
When there is a buildup of cholesterol in your body this can lead to gallstones. Because apples are high in fiber they can help you not only with your cholesterol level but also with your weight.
Stroke
Studies have shown that a diet that includes apples can decrease the risk of strokes.
Want a healthier heart
Making apples a part of your regular diet contributes to having a healthier heart. Compounds found in apple skin prevent cholesterol that gets into your system from becoming hardened plaque in your artery walls.
Plaque that builds inside your arteries slows blood circulation to the heart leading to coronary artery disease which can possibly lead to death.
Apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar has the ability to prevent the formation of kidney stones.
Insulin
Apples assist in controlling insulin levels by releasing sugar very slowly into our bloodstream.
Constipation and Diarrhea
Apples, as we know contains fibres, these fibres aid in good bowel movement.
Fun facts
1. It takes about 36 apples to create a bottle of apple cider.
2. There are over 8,000 different kinds of apples.
3. Apples have been around since 6500 BC.
4. Apples are a part of the rose family.
5. China produces the largest amount of apples.
6. Apples can grow in any part of the world.
7. Horses, raccoons, monkeys, bears, and rabbits like to eat apples.
8. Apple trees originated in central Asia.
9. Apple can float on water.
10. Apples are grown in all 50 states.
Nutritional Content
The Vitamins that apples contain are Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Vitamin B, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2 Vitamin B3, Vitamin 5, Vitamin B9, and is also a good source of dietary fiber.
The final word
Apples are filled with vitamins and have so many healing compounds and benefit us in so many ways. Making these fruits a part of your diet can and will give your body that extra boosts that it needs. So go ahead what do you have to lose, nothing but everything to gain. Apples another superfood that works wonders.
About the author
Norman loves being in the garden, both at home and for his job....
he is 'Natures Little helper' being outdoors, growing his vegetables and flowers from an early age.
Now having spent over 22 years in the profession he want to give some of his knowledge to others...
his vast array of hints and tips you will find scattered over this site will help you no end growing plants in your garden.
This is a great article. I love apples! I usually try to have one in the morning and one as a bed time snack. I knew they were pretty healthy for me but I didn’t know the full extent ! I will be sure to revisit this site man, alot of great information
Hey Dyl thanks for you comments, I eat an apple just about every day myself. Apples are a great choice, and like the saying go and apple a day keeps the doctor away. Have a good day and God bless.
Apples are one of are many fruits that can help to keep a person healthy, and I love them.
I learned some things I never knew about apples from this blog. This is a excellent site for learning to be a healthier person.
Does a apple a day really keep the doctor away?
Thank You for the very informative writing.
Good day David thanks for the follow, It takes more than just a diet off apples to be healthy, that’s just a saying. But apples can help us to have a balance diet and can add too our health. Have a good day.
Hello there!
We actually have a saying in our country, it’s probably worldwide spread though. It’s “An apple a day, keeps the doctor away”. And I think they’re just about right. They’re healthy and actually good when you eat them. I usually eat an apple per 2 days on average. Thanks for the article.
My friend it is good to hear from you, in my country we have that same saying also. Glad that you enjoyed this article, all the best to you and have a good day.
Hi Norman,
That’s quite a refreshing reading on the benefits of apples and strawberries and actually any of these good health habits that you have been writing on in your website. The explanations given are nice and understandable and the facts really thought about and we’ll researched. Thanks and keep up the good work.
Good morning SmileAfresh glad that you liked my article, all the best to you and have a nice day and please do share my website with others thanks a million. gardenofedengardencenter.com
I love apples. The best are those from our tree. I know they are healthy and have not been sprayed with various chemicals. You made pretty fun facts, for some I really did not know. it’s nice to know more. Apples are full of vitamins, but unfortunately people are spraying them with chemicals in order to have longer duration. It is a shame. Did you hear about apple diet? Have you tried?
Hello Deva It is so good to meet you, apples are one of my favourites and I remembered many years ago I ate two apples a day. Apples are great and the vitamins along with how they can help the body is just awesome. and no I guess I will have to look more indepth at the apple diet. All the best to you and have a good day.
I grew up in Akron, Ohio where there are a lot of apples and apple cider was a staple in every household. I live in California now and while we do have apples here, they never seem as good and fresh as they did when I was a kid. I try to eat them still a couple of times a week because I have noticed that I feel better and my digestion is noticeably better. They are as good as candy to me. 🙂
Hello Shannon so good to hear from you again. Apples do have some amazing benefits and they do our bodies a whole lot of good. All the best to you and have a good day.
Everyone knows apples are good for you. But most people, including myself, don;t exactly know why! I love you you clearly tell us exactly why apples are good for us, all the way down to the fun facts about apples!! Here’s one you can add…The largest McIntosh Apple Orchard in the world is located in Chazy NY. My hometown! =D
Hello Nick it is so good to meet you, I am glad that I could help and thanks a million for your help. All the best to you and have a good day.
Hi Norman,
Great article! I’ve found it very informative and fun!
I love apples especially the red ones. I always thought that apples contain only vitamin C, but I wasn’t aware that it has other vitamins than vitamins C. There is a proverb that says, if you eat an apple per day you will never go to the doctor:)
Well, I believe it’s true now:)
Thank you for this excellent post!
Hello my good friend so nice to hear from you, apples are wonder fruits that does wonders and is so beneficial for our bodies. Thanks for your kind words, wishing you the best of success and have a good day.
Hi there,
I love these facts about fruits that you have here, it is a very subtle way of informing and encouraging readers to eat healthier and consume more fruits.
Fun apple fact.. the bite out of Apple Inc logo is representative of the forbidden fruit which was bitten by Adam. Comany founder Steve Jobs once went on a diet consisting of only apples!
Hello Derek it is good to hear from you, apples are great and the benefits they serve is awesome. Thanks for your kid words all the best to you.
This is great article, I had no idea apples are so good for you! I usually eat one every now and then but after reading this I may have to make some changes.
Also, I loved the little facts you added in at the end. I found them interesting and thought they were a nice touch to keep people in till the end.
Nicely done:)
Lyle
Hello Lyle it is so good to meet you and the benefits of apples is just so awesome. I am glad that you liked my post, all the best to you and have a good day.
Hi!
Wow I knew I liked apples, but now I know why! I believe in natural healing and apples might be a way to help my body. You have very detailed information in your article and most helpful to me and my family. Are all these benefits for raw ones or do they retain them cooked ? You might think about posting some recipes for them as well. I know the ladies reading your column would sure love that. Thanks for a very informative article!
Hello Robin it is so good to meet you and thanks a million for those kind words, apples have so many great benefits and aids the body well in its defense. Eating fruits uncooked is much better, because no nutrients is loss and I will do my best to add some recipes for you wonderful ladies. All the best to you and have a good day.