Apples are one of the healthiest foods on the planet.  ”An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” is not just a folk tale. Why are apples so good for us?  Well, apples contain a high number of antioxidants and phytochemicals which provide exceptional nutrition.  Apples are also high in fiber and offer many amazing health benefits including their cancer-fighting ability.  Apples contain the mineral boron that helps build healthy bone tissue and can provide relief from arthritis symptoms.  Apples are high in soluble fiber that can lower bad cholesterol (LDL) and helps regulate blood sugar. One apple has a whopping 5 grams of fiber!  Eat the apple and the peel for the most benefits.  However, drinking apple juice is not considered to be a health food!  It is too sweet and all the fiber has been removed from most types of commercial apple juice so it is similar to drinking a soda pop!  Remember, it is best to buy local, organic apples whenever possible, since commercially grown apples are one of the more highly pesticide laden fruits.

A healthy snack would be pieces of sliced apple dipped in cashew or almond butter.  This snack provides a touch of sweetness along with fiber, phytochemicals, protein and fat.  It will satisfy you and provide nutrition to help grow and heal your body.  So try lots of varieties of apples this fall to see what you like best? 

Please share your favorite apple recipe with us on our Blog.  May the Fork be with You!