Benefits and harms of apples
Multiple studies have revealed that eating apples is good for health and can benefit almost every part of the body, which means that eating an apple a day might really help in eliminating the need to visit doctors. According to what was published by the “Eat This Not That” website, apples are full of beneficial nutrients, and are particularly rich in fiber compared to some other fruits.
Dr. Veronica Neodakhina, an endocrinologist, indicated that apples are an important source of various vitamins and mineral elements.
According to her, apples contain vitamins A, C, B1, B2, PP and E, as well as magnesium, phosphorus, iodine, iron, selenium, potassium, calcium and zinc, all of which are beneficial to the body, as they help deal with stress, give strength, improve brain function and enhance the work of the heart and blood vessels. Apples also contain a high percentage of antioxidants that protect cells from many diseases. In addition, apples contain pectin, which is a natural absorbent substance that can absorb toxins from the intestines and remove them from the body, meaning it may be useful in cases of poisoning, as reported by Russia Today newspaper.
“Apples contain fruit acids that help bile flow and improve digestion,” she says. But it is not recommended to eat a large amount of apples because these acids irritate the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines. This primarily concerns people who suffer from gastritis and ulcers.”
Apples can be eaten fresh, dried, grilled, or in the form of juice, but we must know that fresh and grilled apples contain low sugar and calories, meaning they are more beneficial for diabetics and those suffering from obesity.
She says: “But apples also have harmful effects. For example, those who suffer from allergies and digestive system diseases are not advised to eat apples. Apple seeds also contain cyanide, so it is never recommended to eat them. Diabetics are not advised to eat red apples because they contain a high percentage of sugar. But it is beneficial for patients with cardiovascular, kidney and liver diseases.”
According to her, green apples contain a low percentage of sugar, but they contain a high percentage of beneficial substances and acids compared to other types. Yellow apples contain a higher percentage of pectin.
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