Benefits of eating apple



 Apple is very delicious, nutritious and one of the most popular fruit in the world. It has many health benefits. Probably you also have heard this famous quote about apple - 

   

    "An apple a day, Keeps doctor away"

Let us know some health benefits of apple - 


1. Good for digestion

Apple contains a type of fibre which has probiotic effects. It means this fibre promotes good bacterias in our gut. So apple improves our digestion.




2. May be good for heart health

Apple contains soluble fibre which helps to lower blood cholesterol. High cholesterol level is harmful for heart health. Apple supporting our heart health by reducing this bad cholesterol.



3. Apples are a nutritional fruit

Apples are very nutritious fruit. It is a good source of soluble fibres and vitamin C . Apple contains potassium, vitamin K, fibre, vitamin C and carbohydrates. It also contains little amount of manganese, copper, vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamin B1, B2, B6 . Apple also contains plant compounds which has many health benefits.



4. Good for weight loss

After eating apple it provides feeling of fullness because it contains high amount of fibre and water also. It helps you to avoid taking extra calories in diet. Apple contains plant compounds which also helps in weight loss.




Note : The information in this article should not be considered as a substitute for a physician's advice. Please consult your treating physician for more details.





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