In terms of our health, the simplest foods are often the best.
There’s no need to be a nutritionist to know that apples are healthy. The skin can be eaten along with the rest of the fruit, and it is packed with nutrients that contribute to the fruit’s long list of health benefits.
Whiter, Healthier Teeth
You still need to use a toothbrush, but eating an apple can help prevent cavities and freshen your breath.
Avoid Alzheimer’s
Drinking apple juice may delay the onset of Alzheimer’s disease and mitigate its effects on the brain, according to a review of the literature on the fruit’s health benefits. Higher levels of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine were found in the mice fed an apple-enhanced diet, and these mice also performed better in maze tests than their counterparts fed a standard diet.
Curb All Sorts of Cancers
The risk of developing pancreatic cancer may be reduced by as much as 23 percent if you eat apples rich in flavonols, according to research from the American Association for Cancer Research. Apple peel contains several compounds that have been found to have powerful anti-growth activities against liver, colon, and breast cancer cells by scientists at Cornell University. Previous work by this team found that apple extracts significantly decreased mammary tumour incidence and size in rats. The U.S. National Cancer Institute, meanwhile, suggests increasing fibre consumption to lower the odds of developing colon cancer.
Decrease your Risk of Diabetes
Women who consume an apple daily are 28% less likely to acquire type 2 diabetes than those who don’t. The Ontario Apple Growers say that the high pectin content of this fruit is the secret to preventing blood sugar swings because of its soluble fibre content.
Reduce Cholesterol
Since apples contain soluble fibre, they are able to reduce cholesterol by binding with lipids in the digestive tract.
Get a Healthier Heart
Numerous studies have found that consuming a diet high in soluble fibre is associated with a reduced risk of atherosclerotic plaque formation in the arteries. Apple skins contain a phenolic compound that helps keep the cholesterol in your body from accumulating in plaque on your artery walls. Plaque buildup in the arteries is linked to decreased blood flow to the heart, a condition known as coronary artery disease.
Prevent Gallstones
Once cholesterol levels in the bile become too high, the bile begins to solidify and the result is gallstones. People who are overweight are more likely to suffer from them. A high-fiber diet (ahem, apples again) can help you maintain a healthy weight and cholesterol levels, both of which can contribute to the formation of gallstones.
Beat Diarrhea and Constipation
Apples’ high fibre content may ease constipation and help you relax and stop if you’re having trouble doing either. Water is either drawn out of the colon by the fibre to keep things going when they are backed up, or the water is absorbed by the fibre to slow down the bowels.
Neutralize Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Constipation, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and bloating are all symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Doctors recommend avoiding dairy and fatty foods as a means of managing these symptoms. Those who suffer from irritable bowel syndrome are well aware of the fact that certain foods can bring on or exacerbate their symptoms. (If you suffer from irritable bowel syndrome, here are the dietary adjustments you should make.)
Prevent Hemorrhoids
An enlarged vein in the anorectal canal causes haemorrhoids. These veins are not life-threatening, but they may be exceedingly uncomfortable. Excessive strain on the rectal and pelvic regions is the root cause of these conditions. Constipation management is inextricably linked to maintaining regular bowel motions and avoiding the need for excessive straining.
Control Your Weight
Heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and sleep apnea are just some of the many health issues that are linked to obesity. Fibre-rich diets are recommended by medical professionals to aid with weight management and general wellness.
Detoxify Your Liver
The elimination of these poisons from your system is the job of your liver. Fad detox diets have been met with scepticism from many medical professionals who worry that they might do more damage than benefit. Fruits, such as apples, are a great (and simple) way to aid your liver’s cleansing process.
Boost your Immune System
There’s an antioxidant in red apples called quercetin. Recent research has shown that quercetin is effective in strengthening the immune system, particularly under high-stress situations.
