We all know the phrase: an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but what does it mean? How can apples be so beneficial that we don't have to see the doctor anymore? Not only are they diverse and delicious, but they have so many vitamins and nutrients.
1. Biting and chewing apples stimulates the production of saliva, which reduces tooth decay. Even though apples are acidic, they offer cleansing and brightening qualities. The fiber rich peel assists the acid for a winning smile. Although apples are great for teeth, don't forget to brush! That acid and sugars need to be cleaned off.
2. A new study shows that drinking apple juice could keep Alzheimer's away and fight the effects of aging on the brain. Apples also protect you from Parkinson's disease and certain cancers.
3. Eating an apple a day as an in between meal snack is also a way to control hunger. The large amount of fiber takes a long time to digest so a person feels fuller longer. So you won't grab that piece of afternoon candy and you're waistline will thank you.
4. Women who war at least one apple a day are 28% less likely to develop type 2 diabetes than those who don't eat apples. Apples have tons of soluble fiber which helps control blood sugar swings. As a hypoglycemic, I enjoy this benefit a lot!
5. Just like the red in a red delicious, your red heart loves apples too. The soluble fiber binds with fats in the intestines to lower cholesterol levels and slow the build up of cholesterol in arteries.
6. The fiber in apples help your digestion system by reducing diarrhea and constipation. By staying away from dairy (which is part of the headache diet) and fatty foods, you can reduce irritable bowel syndrome and hemorrhoids.
The list goes on and on and on. The great thing about apples is you can cook them or eat them alone. I enjoy dipping mine in caramel or cooking slices with cinnamon for extra flavor. How do you enjoy apples?
