Apples are a refreshing and delicious fruit and eating at least one delicious apple a day can positively affect your health. Whether you choose green, red or yellow apple, your body will thank you for every bite you take.
Apples are fruits extremely rich in vitamin C, vitamins B, calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium and zinc, but these juicy fruits also contain a lot of antioxidants and fiber that further enhance the body’s defense system. Taking this into account, you can freely say that every apple is a mix of substances that act beneficially for your health and your appearance. Here are 9 health benefits of eating apples:
Apples for whiter and healthier teeth
The simple eating and chewing of the apple stimulates the secretion of saliva in the oral cavity, which cleans bacteria and reduces the risk for dental cavities. The presence of calcium further increases the positive effect of apples on the teeth.
Apples are a great weight loss ally
Don’t skip apples if you want to lose weight or keep your body in excellent shape. These fruits contain very little water and calories, they are easily digestible, and they also contain fiber which will keep you feeling full, so you won’t have too much problem to control your appetite. Experts say it is enough to eat one apple everyday before your meal to reduce the number of calories that you consume.
Apples help digestion
Whether you can’t go to the toilet or you can’t get out of there, eat an apple. Apples contain a lot of fiber that improve the work of your digestive system. Apples are also excellent ally against diarrhea and constipation.
Apples boost the immune system
Your immune system will be grateful to you if you include apples in your everyday diet. They are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants that fight free radicals in the body, thereby protecting the body from many diseases.
Apples are good for the heart and may lower the bad cholesterol
Benefits that apples have in relation to the cardiovascular system are due to the pectin and the unusual mix of polyphenols in the fruits themselves. Apples may reduce the levels of bad cholesterol (LDL), and also the risk for clogged arteries and high blood pressure. Apples assist in the prevention of heart disease and atherosclerosis.
Apples may help your breathing
Eating apples may reduce the risk for asthma and lung cancer. Studies have shown that children whose mothers regularly ate apples during pregnancy, had significantly reduced risk for asthma.
Apples might protect against cancer
Studies have shown that apples may reduce the risk for lung cancer, but also there is evidence that they may reduce the risk for colon cancer, pancreatic cancer and breast cancer. It’s still not known why apples have these properties, but it is believed that antioxidants are the biggest culprit for this beneficial effect.
Apples help regulate the blood sugar
Studies have shown that women who eat at least one apple a day, have 28% lower risk for developing type 2 diabetes. In addition to this, the fiber in apples keep the sugar levels stable by eliminating the fluctuations.
Apple Cider Vinegar helps against dandruff
It is believed that raw unprocessed apple cider vinegar kills bacteria that cause dandruff. To get rid of the unpleasant ‘snowflakes’ in your hair, massage your scalp with few tablespoons of raw and unprocessed apple cider vinegar for one minute and then wash your hair.
Extra Tip
Buy apples from a trusted source, preferably organic and don’t peel them just wash them thoroughly. A huge part of the effective substances are found precisely in the apple skin. Wash the apple thoroughly and enjoy its taste.
However, if you don’t have any information how, when and what kind of pesticide was sprayed on your apples, it is better to peel them.
