An apple a day keeps the doctor away! Could it be true? As one of the most popular fruit, it is no surprise that apples are great for us. They help our bodies function in many different ways, can be found in numerous sizes and colours, and are extremely tasty. The edible fruit is loaded with nutritional values, and also offers many health benefits. So, what are the health benefits of apples?
Let’s explore some of them:
Nutrition
- 100g = 51kcal
- Fiber = 2.4g
- Protein = 0.26g
- Fat = 0.17g
- Sugar = 10.4g
Did you know that there are more than 7,500 known cultivars of apples?
Apples contain good amounts of Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, and Potassium.
More vitamins and minerals:
- Vitamin B1
- Vitamin B2
- Vitamin B3
- Vitamin B5
- Vitamin B9
- Vitamin E
- Phosphorus
- Iron
- Calcium
- Manganese
- Magnesium
- Zinc
- Sodium
More on vitamins and minerals
Did you know China produces nearly half of the total apples of the world?
Explore amino and fatty acids
Health benefits of apples:
Apples are found to have many impressive health benefits.
- Weight control (?) , (?)
- Reduction in risk of diabetes (?) , (?)
- Healthy heart (?)
- Cholesterol regulation (?) , (?)
Culinary uses – apples are widely used in both sweet and savory dishes. They can be baked into pies, tarts, and cakes, or used in sauces, salads, and chutneys to add sweetness and acidity. Apples are also popular for making cider and apple butter.
