An apple a day… keeps the doctor away! 

The “anatomy” of an apple 

Apples are a favorite snack for many people. They eat them in different ways like in their oatmeal, as a topping in their waffles, as an afternoon snack, or even when they get hungry at work.   Most of us though don’t know their actual nutritional value.   So let’s find out if what they say about apples is true! 

• Apples have very high nutritional value. A medium apple, for example, has 95 calories, 25 g of carbohydrates, 4.5 g of fibre, provides 9% of the recommended vitamin C daily intake, 5% of the copper EPA, 4% of the potassium EPA, and 3% of the vitamin K EPA. 
• Apples also protect us against heart disease due to the flavonoids they contain. 
• They contain soluble fibres that help reduce blood pressure and cholesterol. 
• The flavonoids and antioxidants found in apples reduce the chances of developing cancer. 
• Apples help you feel full, due to the fibre they contain. 
• Their nutrients reduce oxidative stress that is responsible for aging. 
• According to research, apple consumption is associated with a 28% reduction in developing type 2 diabetes.  

So perhaps an apple a day does keep the doctor away after all!   Learn everything you need to know about nutrition – only at Base Training Academy Ariana Davila Seminars Recent Articles