APPLE AND ITS HEALTH BENEFITS

Many people believe that the apple fruit comes straight from Heaven. As such, it has been a symbol of eternal youth since who knows when.

Old people says that anyone who eats an apple from the magic garden will neither ever be hungry, thirsty, ill, nor will he ever get old. Also some time around then, an old English saying became famous: "An apple a day keeps the doctor away."

Even nowadays, it's still a very well known phrase and is often the first sentence about apple fruit most people know.

A fruit that called, "nutritional powerhouse" has these important nutritional elements include vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin B6, and riboflavin, as well as minerals like potassium, copper, manganese, and magnesium.

Apples are also very good sources of dietary fiber, and a single serving provides 12% of the daily fiber requirement. Delicious and crunchy apple fruit is notable for its impressive list of phyto-nutrients, and anti-oxidants.

Studies suggest that its components are essential for optimal growth, development, and overall wellness.

Health Benefits of Apples

1. Apples are known to remove weakness and add vigor and vitality to weak people. It is given to patients to help them recover quickly from their illnesses.

2. If you want to gain weight, apples should be a part of your daily diet. Apples contain antioxidant such as polyphenol and flavonoid that reduces the risk of of cancer. The fibre content in it helps in regulating bowel movements which reduces the risk of cancer.

3. Apples helps in reducing cholesterol levels in the body.

4. The apples reduce the risk of Parkinsonism and Alzheimer. Apples also increase the amount of acetylcholine in the brain, which is linked to concentration, problem-solving, and memory.

5. An apple reduces the risk of skin diseases. It also prevent digestive and liver problems. Apple cider vinegar used as beverage prevents the formation of kidney stone.

6. Apples have been recommended for arthritis, obesity, gallbladder stones, bronchial asthma, gonorrhea, tuberculosis, anemia, insomnia, neuritis and halitosis.

Cosmetic Benefits of Apples - Application of apple pulp on the face cures and improves acne. Keeping the apple pulp on the eyelids for 15 to 20 minutes reduces strain of the eyes. Paste made up apple leaves and used as shampoo cures dandruff, prevents hair fall and promotes hair growth.

Here is an infographic presentation to summon up the benefits.

Eating apples helps in cleaning both the teeth and gums. It reduces the incidence of cavities in the teeth. When you eat apples, the fiber in it cleanses the teeth, while the antibacterial properties of the fruit keep bacteria and viruses from infecting the body.

Eating apples also stimulates the secretion of saliva, which is an alkalinic compound, meaning that it further reduces the ability of bacteria to multiply and grow in your mouth.

Apples lower the level of cholesterol in the body, making it a strong defensive mechanism against cardiovascular disease.

Organic Apples contain a very powerful flavonoid called quercetin, found in the skin of the fruit, can reduce inflammation in our blood vessels by reducing the amount of C-reactive protein (CRP).

This protein has been linked to inflammation of the cardiovascular system, so a reduction of it through quercetin makes apples very strong heart boosters.

Apples are believed to make the eyes stronger and improve eyesight. They also help in treating night blindness.

Much of this is due to the fact that apples are rich in flavonoid compounds and antioxidant phytonutrients, which can reduce the impact of free radicals on the eyes, while preventing conditions like macular degeneration, cataracts, and glaucoma.

Uses Of Apple

Apples can be eaten raw right off the tree or in a variety of dishes such as fruit salads and custards. Apple juice is also a common drink throughout the world, and it is also included in many desserts. Apples can be baked, minced, mashed, frozen, or even dried into chips as a healthy, sweet snack.