Apple Nutrition

10 core facts

It pays to eat an apple a day!

An average medium-sized apple contains these nutritious benefits:

1. Good source of dietary fiber. Contains cellulose, an insoluble fibre. May help prevent colon cancer and keep our bodies regular
2. Low in calories. The fiber and natural fructose keeps blood sugar high longer to control hunger.
3. High in complex carbohydrates. May lower risk of cancer, heart disease and diabetes
4. Contains almost no fat. Helps reduce risk of cancer and obesity
5. Sodium free. Helps reduce high blood pressure and the risk of stroke
6. Supplies Vitamin C. Provides 155 of the USDA recommended daily requirements - more than a peach, or a pear, or a bunch of grapes
7. Important source of potassium. May help reduce high blood pressure and the risk of strokes
8. Contains the trace mineral boron. Helps the body use calcium and keep brain function alert.
9. Contains the soluble fiber pectin. Helps reduce serum cholesterol
10. Has 10 other vital nutrients. Includes calcium, iron, carotenoids such as Vitamin A, thiamin, magnesium and phosphorus.