An apple a day keeps the doctor away…. here are three super appley benefits to us humans:
1. Lowers the risk of cancer
It has been proven that ‘free radicals’ are a contributing factor to the onset of cancer. Eating foods rich in ‘antioxidants’ reduces the amount of free radicals in the body and therefore keeps you more healthy. And guess what… apples are super rich in antioxidants and protect the body from such diseases. Apples also contain a flavonoid called quercetin, which has been shown in numerous studies to have anti-cancer properties.
2. Good for your tummy and digestion
Apples contain lots and lots of pectin. Pectin is a soluble fiber which creates a healthy digestive system. Apples are great news for people who have trouble with irritable bowel syndrome or are getting over a bout of diarrhoea because the presence of this substance in apples is considered some of nature’s best medicine.
And as a final bonus - foods rich in pectin help to reduce bad cholesterol, thus reducing the risk of heart diseases.
3. Helps you to reduce weight
The pectin in apples also generates a sense of completeness when you eat one, which means it is more filling and suppresses the desire of frequent eating. The feeling of fulfilment reached after eating apples helps to reduce the intake of frequent food, therefore helping to reduce weight. A Brazilian study in 2009 found that women who ate three apples per day lost more weight while dieting than women who did not eat apples while dieting.
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