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There is some truth in the ‘apple a day keeps the doctor away’ proverb. Apples are naturally high in fibre, low on the glycaemic index and rich in protective plant compounds. Eating apples regularly will have a host of health benefits, from lowering cholesterol levels, helping to protect against obesity and chronic disease, and improving bone strength.
Apples are in season from September through to February but are readily available throughout the year. Apples are by far the most diverse fruit in terms of variety. In the UK alone we have developed over 2,500 varieties of apples (of the 7,000 that exist worldwide). This means you could eat a different UK variety every day for over six years! The Orchard Project
Nutritional Benefits of Apples
One small apple (100g) contains approximately:
51 kcal/215 KJ
0.6g protein
0.5g fat
11.6g carbohydrates
2.5g fibre
100mg potassium
6mg vit C
Health Benefits of Apples
What are the 5 top health benefits of apples?
May lower cholesterol
May protect against diabetes
May prevent obesity
May protect against heart disease
May be beneficial for bone health
Apple Recipes
Apples can be used in a variety of ways, not just for pie and crumble. For all things sweet and savoury check out recipes that include summer salads and autumnal warming stews from Olive magazine.
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