An Apple a Day…
February 5th 2010 08:00 am
We’ve all heard the saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”. The saying may come from ancient Roman proverb, who believe that apples have magical powers to cure illnesses.
This belief has some roots in the lack of humans ability to synthesize vitamin C within our bodies. Therefore it is essential that we find a good food source of this vitamin. Vitamin C is well known for preventing scurvy. Vitamin C has many immune system enhancing properties and is therefore essential to our daily health. Vitamin C is a superb antioxidant, essential for cell detoxification and enzymatic function. Apple contains bioflavonoids an antioxidant used in the prevention and treatment of cancer.
Apples contain both soluble and insoluble fiber roughly 4 grams depending on the size which is roughly 15% of RDA. Both types of fiber lowers LDL cholesterol. Pectin found in Apples decrease risk of colon cancer and preventing gallstones.
The Phlorzin found in Apples has been found to have preventative properties with respect to asthma and lung conditions, more than any other citrus fruits.
So an Apple a day may actually keep the doctor away. Just remember to shop for the organic variety.
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