Health benefits of apple

Apples – God’s answer for health problems.

Apples – A god sent fruit. Apples are crisp with white interior covered with red/yellow/ green outer skin covering.  As far as taste is concerned , they could be sweet or slightly sweet or tart . All depends upon the variety you have purchased.   These round or pear shaped balls provides us with immense  nutrition like  vitamin C, A, potassium, iron antioxidants etc .  In today’s world  we are surrounded with so many diseases and health problems. When one eats this fruit, a  fit healthy body is the result.  Many diseases are kept at bay. Benefits like cholesterol reduction, strong teeth, cataract prevention etc are obtained. As recommended  by doctors make a habit of including this fruit in your daily diet. In this article you will know in detail these health benefits of apple.

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Apple Nutrition

This  crunchy fruit  is loved by health conscious people.  Apples are delicious to eat giving our body phytonutrients and antioxidants- which are responsible for prevention of many diseases. Rich in fiber and low on calories front. It has zero fat and  zero cholesterol. Good source of vitamins and minerals. The nutrition one gets  is amazing.  Below is the chart showing nutrients derived by eating apples

 

 

Nutrients

 Per 100 grams

% of Daily Value based on 2000 calorie diet

Energy

52 Kcal

2.56 %

Carbohydrates

13.80 g

4.28 %

– Dietary Fiber

2.4 g

8.5%

– Total Sugar

10.39 g

Protein

0.26 g

0.50%

Cholesterol

0 mg

Total Fats

0.17 g

0%

-Saturated Fats

0.028 g

0%

-Monounsaturated Fats

0.007g

-Polyunsaturated Fats

0.051 g

Water

85.56 g

Phytosterols 

12 mg

Minerals

Calcium

6 mg

0.58%

Potassium

107 mg

3.03%

Iron

0.12 mg

0.65%

Magnesium

5 mg

1.25%

Phosphorus

11 mg

1.11%

Sodium

1 mg

0%

Zinc

0.04 mg

0.26%

Vitamins

Vitamin C

4.6 mg

7%

Riboflavin

0.026 mg

2.08%

Thiamin

0.017 mg

1.30%

Niacin

0.091 mg

0.45%

Folate

3 mcg

0.75%

Vitamin B6

0.041 mg

2.32%

Vitamin E

0.18 mg

0.91%

Vitamin A

54 IU

1%

Vitamin K 

2.2 mcg

3%

Choline

3.4mg

Betaine

0.1mg

Carotene( beta)

27 mcg

Information Source : USDA Nutrient Database

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Health Benefits of Apples

1)Lowers Asthma risks Polyphenols present in apples work as antioxidants. These antioxidants lower asthma risks
2) Benefits arising from decreased cell fat oxidation As we know oxidized fat is responsible for arteries clogging thus causing heart problems. When there is reduced cell fat oxidation you get a healthy heart
3) Decreases Cholesterol and  LDL Cholesterol levels in body Cholesterol is a major cause of many heart ailments. You get a sound heart with decrease levels of cholesterol

4) Anti-inflammatory benefits to our heart due to quercetin  content in apples.

5) Benefits to diabetic patients Apples enhances the blood sugar regulation by lowering absorption of glucose, enhances insulin levels and lowering carbohydrate digestion.

6) Reduces Cancer Risks

7) Enhances teeth health

8) Reduces Alzheimer and Parkinson’s disease risks

9) Cure for Gallstone

10) Cures and prevents constipation

11) Immunity is strengthened

12) Cataract prevention

13) Makes your bones strong

14) Helps in detoxifying liver

15) Aids in weight reduction

16) Enhances skin health and beauty

17) Red apples Cures and prevents  hemorrhoids

18) Irritable bowel syndrome(IBS) is cured

19) Potassium in apples helps in controlling blood pressure and heart rate

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How to Select Apples

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How to Store Apples

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Disclaimer
The information provided in this article is for educative purpose only. Consult you doctor or professional medical advice before using any information in this article for any health program.