An apple a day keeps the doctor away
An apple a day keeps the doctor away!
We all have heard that and with no doubts, apples are some of the most popular fruits, for sure for a good reason. Even my dog is a huge apple fan, maybe that’s why I get chased around the house every time I try to enjoy some nice apple in peace.
Here are some of the health benefits:
Boost Immune System
Apples are rich in vitamin C, antioxidant compounds and protein. Apples can have a major role in preventing weakness, boosting immunity, and improving muscle tone especially when you are stressed out. They also help in detoxifying the body and improving the overall health.
Boost Your Energy Levels
Apples are a great source to get super energized. That’s why there is no wonder experts suggest munching an apple before your workout session. The antioxidant quercetin makes oxygen more easily available to the lungs through enhanced blood circulation. This is ideal for people who indulge in workout sessions and exercise regimes.
Probiotic Effects
Apples contain pectin, a type of fiber that acts like a probiotic. A medium apple provides five grams of fiber, more than most cereals. Apples stimulate metabolism within the digestive tract and promote good bacteria in the gut. This probiotic effect leads to improved health by maximizing nutrient uptake and eliminating harmful bacteria and toxins.
Reduce cholesterol and protect your heart
The soluble fibre found in apples binds with fats in the intestine, which translates into lower cholesterol levels and a healthier you. Pectin prevents cholesterol from building up in the lining of blood vessel walls, thus reducing the risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease.
Flavonoids can help prevent heart disease by lowering blood pressure, reducing “bad” LDL oxidation, and acting as antioxidants.
Fights Cancerous Cells
Apples have the potential to lower the chance of pancreatic cancer since they are enriched with anti-inflammatory, anti-mutagenic, anti-proliferative qualities and flavonoids. According to experts regular consumption of apples can also prevent your body from mammary tumors. The oligosaccharides found in apple are said to kill colon cancer cells.
Maintaining good health should be the primary focus of everyone.
Apples are really great even for your skin.
Hydrate Skin
Apples are great to hydrate as well as clean your skin. For this purpose, you need to cut a slice of an apple and apply its juice on your face until the slice dries up. This will balance the oil production in your body and is a great hydrating mask. Apple can also be used as an exfoliant.
Acne, Blemishes, And Dark Spots
To get rid of acne, blemishes, and dark spots, you can mash a quarter of an apple with milk cream and apply it on your face. Thanks to its cooling properties apple provides relief from acne and sunburns. For this purpose, place an apple slice in the refrigerator for an hour or so and apply it on sunburnt skin or acne prone skin for relief.
Benefits Of Vitamin C
Consumption of apples boosts your intake of vitamin C or ascorbic acid. This vitamin is involved in the formation of collagen, a protein found abundantly in your skin. Being a crucial structural component of skin, collagen helps to maintain your skin’s waterproof barrier. Deficiency of vitamin C leads to low collagen production which ultimately causes re-opening of old wounds and skin tearing.
It's so important to realize that every time you get upset, it drains your emotional energy. Losing your cool makes you tired. Getting angry a lot messes with your health.