Benefits Of Apple

What is it?

The apple is the fruit of the apple tree, tree of the Rosaceae family. In this family there are wild or cultivated bushes such as the endocrine, roses or other trees such as the almond tree or the cherry tree. The apple tree is a deciduous tree up to 15 meters with gray stems and young pubescent branches. It is thought that it most likely comes from the species Malus Siversii Ledeb whose origin is 15,000 years ago in central Asia.

Composition and properties

Rich in fiber.

Apples stand out for their pectin richness. Pectin is a type of soluble fiber that is part of the cell wall of plants, especially in the skin of fruits.

Refreshing and moisturizing

85% of the composition of the apples is water and therefore they are very good at hydrating the body.

Source of vitamin E and C.

Vitamin E possesses antioxidant action and intervenes in the stability of blood cells such as red blood cells and in fertility.

Rich in potassium

This mineral is necessary for the transmission and generation of the nerve impulse and for normal muscle activity. It also intervenes in the balance of water inside and outside the cell.

What is good for?

Solution against cholesterol and diabetes.

The large amount of soluble fiber in this food helps lower the level of cholesterol in the blood. In addition, this fiber prevents the reabsorption of intestinal cholesterol produced by bile for the digestion of food. On the other hand, it stabilizes blood sugar levels, making it very good for diabetic sufferers.

Antioxidant capacity

It is capable of neutralizing free radicals, particles that oxidize the organism and are capable of predisposing to the appearance of numerous diseases. This is done by the properties of quercetin, a very prominent component in apples.

An antidote to cancer and heart disease.

The quercetin we mentioned earlier is capable of preventing the formation of cancerous tumors, especially of bladder tumors produced by tobacco smoke. It also helps in the reduction of "bad cholesterol" or LDL by preventing the oxidation of "good cholesterol" or HDL.

They regulate intestinal activity.

They have a laxative effect due to their richness in fibers, sulfur, fructose and sorbitol. It helps regulate bowel movements by being able to stop diarrhea or loosen bowels that are constipated.

Increase defenses

The apples have immunostimulant properties that are beneficial especially for those people with low defenses due to different diseases, especially those that affect the immune system.

Prevents cavities

Its bacteriostatic properties constitute a natural toothpaste. It cleans the mouth and protects from the development of harmful bacteria for the development of caries or gingivitis.

How to take it?

The most common is to consume raw apples as fruit or as an ingredient for salads.

We can also use them in sauces and stews, although their main applications are in compotes, sweets, cakes, cakes, jellies, jams and juices.

In case of cooking this fruit it is important to select the most suitable varieties to cook and choose the most crispy, juicy and acidic. If you add butter or sugar before cooking, it prevents them from disintegrating.