Apples: Health benefits,

facts, research
Last updated Tue 11 April 2017
By Joseph Nordqvist

1. Benefits

2. Nutrition

3. Risks

4. FAQs

"An apple a day keeps the doctor away" is an old Welsh proverb that
most of us are familiar with, but what makes this fruit so special? What
health benefits are associated with eating apples?
As one of the most cultivated and consumed fruits in the world, apples
are continuously being praised as a "miracle food".

In fact, apples were ranked first in Medical News Today's featured

article about the top 10 healthy foods.

Apples are extremely rich in important antioxidants, flavanoids, and

dietary fiber.
The phytonutrients and antioxidants in apples may help reduce the
risk of developing cancer, hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease.

This article provides a nutritional profile of the fruit and its possible
health benefits. It also discusses the possible risks and precautions
and some frequently asked questions.

Benefits
A collection of research studies suggests that apples may well be one
of the most healthy foods for you to include in your daily diet. Let's
take a look at the studies and the possible health benefits suggested
by them: