“Apple a day keeps the doctor away” is an old Welsh proverb and surprising they are good for your health and well-being.
10 benefits and uses of apples:
Apples are high in fibre and more beneficial to eat the whole fruit skin and flesh
Apples contain pectin that bulk up the stool and can treat diarrhea and prevents constipation
Make your own apple cider vinegar (ACV) using apples, unprocessed raw sugar or raw honey and filtered water. ACV is ideal for insect bites and certain skin allergies
Apples are a good source of Vitamin C and potassium (which is beneficial effect for heart health)
Apples contain pectin, type of fiber that acts as a pre-biotic and it feeds the good bacteria in your gut
The antioxidants in red apples improve the functioning of the immune system
Apples are free f fat, sodium and cholesterol
There is approximately 25 grams of Carbohydrates in 1 medium apple (182 grams), therefore Diabetics can snack on them
65 grams of applesauce can replace one egg in most recipes (it is best to use unsweetened applesauce)
Dried apples along with other dried fruits are good to snack on during the day
Life and Health Coach