By CHISOM IBEMERE
Apples are edible fruits produced by an apple tree. Apple trees originated from Central Asia and are widely grown and consumed globally.
Apples are an exceptional healthy fruits with many research backed up benefits. Apples are loaded with nutrients which includes Vitamin E which are fat soluble, thiamine (Vit. B1) for growth and development, Vitamin B6 essential for protein metabolism. They are rich in antioxidants which protects the body from harmful substances.
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Apples contains lots of fibre and water which aids digestions and may help with weight loss. Flavonoids in apples can be helpful in reduction of heart related diseases by reducing blood pressure, eliminating bad cholesterol and atherosclerosis which block arteries that may lead to serious heart problems.
Apples contains Carbohydrates, calories, fibres, Vitamin C, potassium and Vitamin K. They are rich source of polyphenols, resveratrol and other rich and healthy compounds.
Quercetins are flavonoids found in apples that helps in the protection of neurons from oxidation damages and has anti Alzheimer’s disease properties and other types of dementia. Quercetins also help to regulate the immune system and reduction of inflammation. They decrease the risk of asthma and bronchial hypersensitivity.
The soluble fiber in Apples are essential to slow down the absorption of sugar in the bloodstream and may improve blood sugar level. Adding Apples to your diet can help you reduce the effect of acid reflux in the body which causes pain and irritation leading to heartburn.
