10 Health Benefits of Apple

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According to USDA Scientists, Apple is ranked as the top 12 foods that is measured as Antioxidant which is a disease-fighting compound.

   
 

Apple is rich in fiber called pectin - a soluble fermentable fiber. Apple is also low in calories.

These are the top 10 health benefits of Apple:

1. Protects our bone -  a flavanoid called phloridzin, found only in apples may, protect post-menopausal women from osteoporosis and may also increase bone density.

2. It helps cure asthma - the 'phytochemicals' in apples, such as flavanoids and phenolic acids, help calm inflammation in the airways.

3. It prevents from cancer of the lungs, breast, Colon and liver - in apple peel that have potent anti-growth activities against cancer cells in the liver, colon and breast.

4. It prevents from Alzheimer's disease - drinking apple juice could keep Alzheimer’s away and fight the effects of aging on the brain

5. Lowers cholesterol and protects our heart -  Pectin prevents cholesterol from building up in the lining of blood vessel walls, thus reducing the risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease.

6. It helps prevents diabetes - . Apples are loaded with soluble fibre, the key to blunting blood sugar swings.

7. It helps weight loss - to improve your overall health, doctors recommend a diet rich in fibre. Foods high in fibre will fill you up without costing you too many calories.

8. Avoid hemorhoids -   fibre can prevent you from straining too much when going to the bathroom and thereby help alleviate hemorrhoids.

9. Beats diarrhea - fibre found in apples can help absorb excess water from your stool to slow your bowels down.

10. Prevents cataracts - that people who have a diet rich in fruits that contain antioxidants are less likely to develop cataracts.

Make it a habit of eating one apple a day for healthy living and helps avoid diseases.

Souces: Reader's digest, Google. Be healthy and Live better.