AUB Health: 15 Health Benefits Of Eating Apples

I know you must have heard "An Apple a day keeps the doctor away", well that's not just an adage, it's a fact. Better health could be as easy as reaching for the fruit bowl for some apples next time you need a snack
What makes apples so great?
In 2004, USDA scientists investigated over 100 foods to measure their antioxidant concentration per serving size. Two apples—Red Delicious and Granny Smith—ranked 12th and 13th respectively. Antioxidants are disease-fighting compounds. Scientists believe these compounds help prevent and repair oxidation damage that happens during normal cell activity. Apples are also full of a fibre called pectin—a medium-sized apple contains about 4 grams of fibre. Pectin is classed as a soluble, fermentable and viscous fibre, a combination that gives it a huge list of health benefits.
1. Reduce cholesterolThe soluble fibre found in apples binds with fats in the intestine, which translates into lower cholesterol levels and a healthier you. Continue...