Apple
Overview
An apple is an edible fruit produced by an apple tree (Malus domestica). Apple trees are cultivated worldwide and are the most widely grown species in the genus Malus. The tree originated in Central Asia, where its wild ancestor, Malus sieversii, is still found today.
Nutrition Facts
Calories (1oz, 26g): 14 cal
Macronutrients (% Daily Value*)
Total Fat · 0 g (0%)
Total Carbohydrate · 4 g (1%)
Dietary fiber · 0.6 g(2%)
Sugar · 3 g(0%)
Protein · 0.1 g (0%)
Health Effects
Benefits
- Apple helps gut function. It’s an important source of fiber, which provide healthy gut microbiome once bacteria metabolizes it.
- Apple is effective in reducing sweet appetite, because of the amount of fiber and improving satiety.
- Apple is an important source of polyphenol, which helps to reduce damages in some cells, such as beta cells, preventing diabetes, for example.
Possible side effects
- Some people can be allergic to apple and it’s advisable to avoid it, if you already had an experience about it.
Quantity recommendations
- Apple can be eaten every day. One apple a day can improve satiety, gut function, reduce blood sugar, being part of a health daily menu.
