I hope we are familiar with the old welsh proverb that says ” An apple a day keeps the doctor away”. Considering this assertion, one may be tempted to ask why apple? what makes it so special? why not other fruits. so we are going to see what really makes apple so special to be recognized as such. Apple is one of the fruits that contains almost all the nutrients that is needed by the body.It contains carbohydrates, fats, water, proteins, vitamins, mineral salts. They are richf in anti-oxidants, flavonoids and dietry fibre. The phytonutrients and antioxidants in apples may help reduce the risk of developing cancer, hypertension , diabetes and heart diseases.

What Are The Health Benefits Of Eating Apple?

•Lowers Levels Of Bad Cholesterol:
A group of researchers at The Florida State University stated that apples are a “miracle fruit”. They found that older women who ate apples everyday had 23% less bad cholesterol (LDL) and 4% more good cholesterol (HDL) after just six months.

•Improves Nuerological Funtioning:
Apples contain quercetin, a powerful antioxidant that protects brain cells from degeneration in rats and might do the same in humans. Dr. Ramani Soundararajan from Dalhousie Medical School and Dr. Vasantha Rupasinghe at the Nova Scotia Agricultural College found that Red Delicious flavonoids had strong neuroprotective effects.

•Prevents High Blood Pressure:
There is overwhelming evidence that one-third of all cancer cases and half the incidences of cardiovascular disease and hypertension can be attributed to diet. Because apples are high in potassium, a mineral that helps control blood pressure, they can help reduce the risk of stroke.

•Protects Against Colon Cancer:
When the natural in apples ferments in the colon, it produces chemicals that help fight the formation of cancer cells, according to new research from Germany.

•Protects The Bone:
Researchers believe that a flavanoid called phloridzin, found only in apples may protect post-menopausal women from osteoporosis and may also increase bone density. Boron, another ingredient in apples, also strengthens the bones.

•Prevents Breast Cancer:
There is growing evidence suggesting that an apple a day may help prevent breast cancer, according to a series of studies conducted by prominent Cornell researcher Rui Hai Liu.

Liu said her research adds to “the growing evidence that increased consumption of fruits and vegetables, including apples, would provide consumers with more phenolics, which are proving to have important health benefits. I would encourage consumers to eat more and a wide variety of fruits and vegetables daily.” There are so many benefits of apple of which you have known, why not start eating apple from today atleast twice a week.
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