It may be time to go plan your next apple-picking excursion.
Hillary Cecere, RDN, is a registered dietitian forEat Clean Bro.
Generally, one or two apples a day is considered safe to consume.Apples are packed with vitamins and nutrients.
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Here’s what’s inside one large apple (about 223 grams).
All the more reason to eat them plain as a healthy snack, or add them toyour favorite recipes.
Here’s a breakdown of all the health benefits you’ll reap from regularly eating apples.
A large apple (223 grams) has about 5 grams of fiber.
Soluble fiber can also help stabilize blood sugar levels.
This could decrease blood sugar spikes after a meal.
The vitamin C in apples can also help boost respiratory health.
Enhance Skin
Apples are full of important vitamins and minerals that contribute to healthy skin.
Take, for example, the high content of vitamin C in apples, which helps in collagen production.
This means that apples can potentially slow down cartilage damage and prevent or treat osteoarthritis.
Ways to Eat More Apples
Want to incorporate more apples into your diet?
Of course, you’re free to always just reach for an apple and eat it whole.
Here are some healthy ways to fit in more apples.
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