Yahoo Sports 'An apple a day?': 5 health benefits of apples
Unlike most fruits, apples are available all year-round. They’re easy to find and delicious.
They also have a whole lot of health benefits:
1. Apples aid in weight loss
Apples have a high fibre and water content, which is why they’re filling. So you feel less hungry and you binge less.
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2. Apples are good for the heart
Apples contain soluble fibre. This helps lower cholesterol levels. Apples also have polyphenols, which are antioxidants.
3. Apples help lower diabetes
Apples have a high polyphenol antioxidant content. Eating an apple can lower risk of type 2 diabetes.
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4. Apples help fight cancer
Apples have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory qualities. Studies have shown that these can help lower risk of cancer.
5. Apples can help fight asthma
The anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds can help protect lungs from oxidative damage. Apples also have flavonoid quercetin, which helps regulate the immune system. An apple a day can truly keep a doctor away.
