Oh my, families! Just a reminder an Apple a day keeps d doctor away 😜
Apple is one of the most popular fruits, chock-full of nutrients. Why did I say that right?
Oh yea, because;
They’re rich in both soluble and insoluble fiber, such as pectin, hemicellulose, and cellulose. These help you manage your blood sugar levels, promote good digestion, and support gut and heart health,
they’re a good source of vitamin C and plant polyphenols, which are disease-fighting compounds found in plants. In fact, consuming apples regularly may lower your risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer, overweight, obesity, and neurological disorders.
Most of the polyphenols in apples are located just below the skin, so be sure to eat it to reap the greatest benefits. And so tasty 😋
Before we get into the benefits of apples, you need to know this,
---Apples can be eaten stomach.
---The seeds are slightly poisonous, hence avoid consuming it.
Now the benefits I can give you about apples are;
- High Fiber Content
The cleaner your intestine and systems are, the happier and healthier you will be right? Now with the fiber contents in apples helps clean the system and increases metabolism. It is always advisable to eat an apple with its skin on. - Mineral Content
It contains a lot of micro nutrients minerals which are iron, zinc, copper, vitamin c, manganese, potassium, etc. which are a must for human health and well-being. - Prevents Skin Cancer
Green apples are beneficial for skin health. It contains Vitamin C that helps in preventing skin cells damage by free radicals and thus reduces the chances of skin cancer. - Rich In Antioxidants
It contains antioxidants which help in cell re-building and cell rejuvenation. This also helps you in maintaining healthy skin, protect your liver and ensure its proper functioning. - Prevents Alzheimer’s
Green apples are good for brain health. Having an apple every day prevents chances of old-age neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s. When next you buy apples, buy green apples too 🍏. - Prevents Diabetes
Green apples contain polyphenols like flavonoids, plant-based compounds that help protect against type 2 diabetes. They are also rich in fiber, which slows down digestion and the absorption of fructose sugar. As a result, fructose is released slowly into the bloodstream and does not raise the blood sugar quickly. Green apples also have comparatively low glycemic index and glycemic load, thus helping in preventing or reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes. - Rich In Vitamin A, B, And C
Green apples are rich in Vitamins A, B and C, so apart from protecting the skin from harmful effects of free radicals; it also helps one in maintaining glowing skin from inside, great eye sight at night, increases ur immune system. - A Natural Detoxifier
Packed with a good dose of fiber, this green juice keeps your liver, kidney, and digestive system free from toxins and harmful elements The presence of fiber also ensures that you are free of constipation issues. The high fiber content in this juice also helps in cutting down the risk of developing colon cancer.
Having a great metabolism can manifest in:
- Weight management (easier to lose or maintain weight)
- High energy levels
- Faster recovery from exercise or daily activities
- Overall sense of well-being. The next time u see an apple take some bites.
9. Helps To Lose Weight
This green hued drink makes a filling snack in between your meals. Packed with fiber and low on fats, sugar, and sodium, green apple juice is known to restrict hunger pangs and increase satiety (1). Plus, it improves the calorie burning potential, which helps you to achieve your weight loss goals in a tasty way. The apple diet for weight loss is a straightforward and effective method. Just remember to consume one to two apples a day, not more than that, and you’re on your way to a healthier you.
- Good For Blood Clotting
This green juice is a potential source of Vitamin K, the element that helps the blood to coagulate and clot (6). People who drink this juice possess a better wound repairing and healing potential. Women, who have extremely heavy periods, can also use this drink to bring the bleeding under control. - Healthy Strong Bones
Green apple juice has a rich presence of calcium, which is essential for strengthening the bones and teeth and keeping them healthy. Women, especially, in their menopause, should include apple juice in their diet to prevent osteoporosis. - Anti-Aging Ingredient
Minerals such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and phenols present in green apple juice play a major in delaying premature aging. Free radicals present in the body cause the early onset of wrinkles, fine lines, and dark spots. Regular intake of rich apple drink can help the body fight these free radicals and control or even better, eliminate the damages. - Improves Skin Texture
Apple face mask deeply moisturize your skin and help to eliminate the appearance of wrinkles while improving the overall texture of your skin, green apple juice improves the hydration levels of your skin due to its rich water content It can either be consumed or even be used as a face or body wash to prevent the skin from drying out.
- Prevents Skin Diseases
Many a time, lack of nourishment leaves the skin at the risk of various skin disorders, including eczema and cancer. The rich phytochemical content in green apple juice can give your skin the necessary nourishment that can eliminate or prevent skin disease.
15.Reduces factors that causes facial Pimples
Green apple is a highly effective anti-acne treatment as well. It's juicy content helps cleans the face, maintain soft and hydrated smooth face.
- Reduces Dandruff
A paste created with the leaves and skin of green apple works wonders to fix dandruff. You should use this paste as a shampoo. Green apple juice also has the same effects if massaged regularly onto the scalp. - Enhances Hair Growth
Packed with a tempting array of vitamins and minerals, green apple juice is a potential natural remedy for strengthening your hair. Along with that, controls hair fall, Plus, regular use of this juice is also known to promote hair growth. In short, using green apple juice could help you show off long, strong, and lush hair ☺
Some other advantages include
- Gives Your Metabolic Rate A Boost
This juice is a treasure, you just don't know so much, now a boost in your metabolism can - help burned calories effectively
- Energy is produced and utilized well
- Nutrients are processed and utilized optimally
FUN FACTS ABOUT APPLE
- Apples float in water because they are 25% air.
- There are over 7,500 different varieties of apples grown worldwide.
- The science of apple growing is called pomology.
- Apple trees take four to five years to produce their first fruit.
- The apple is a member of the rose family.
- The world’s largest apple ever picked weighed three pounds.
- Apples are more effective at waking you up in the morning than coffee.
- The phrase “apple of my eye” originally referred to the central aperture of the eye.
- Apple seeds contain a compound that can release cyanide, but you'd have to eat a large amount of seeds for it to be harmful.
- The most apples grown in the U.S. come from Washington state.
