BENEFITS OF APPLE.

Apple are delicious,they are nutritious and a handful may even help keep doctors away. The season of apples is here and we can't wait to have our fill of these juicy and crunchy wonders. Weather you have them as a stand alone snake in the middle of a work filled day or as part of salads,smoothies ,pies or desserts,apples rarely disappoint. Furthermore,the extensive list if the health benefits that applies offer is hard to ignore. High in pectin fibre apples boost metabolic levels help improve heart health and regulate body's blood sugar levels by regulating the release of sugar. They are also packed with vitamin and minerals that promote healthy bones ,teeth and skin. Apples are loaded with vitamin C that boosts immunity, keeping any ailment at bay. They also consist of healthy polyphenol antioxidants that are essential for overall health. In fact, according to a study published in the Journal Plants Medica,animal studies have shown apples and apple juice to be effective in reducing the risk of colon,skin and breast cancers . 

Good for Diabetics and Blood Sugar Regulation:

According to the book'Healing Foods' by DK publishing the fructose and antioxidant polyphenol in apples improve the metabolic balance and slow the rate at which sugar is absorbed in the body. This property of apples is especially effective for diabetics who have to keep their blood sugar spike in check. 

Aids Weight Loss:

Pectin fibre helps lower the body's absorption of excess dietary facts. The rich quantum of fiber found in apples also helps you feeling full for longer.Bangalore based nutritionist Dr.Anju Sood says ,"Fibre takes the longest to digest, which helps you keep satiated and prevents you from binging on other fattening and sugar laden Foods'. In the long run,this aids in weight loss"

Enables Smoother Digestion:

A number of health benefits of apples are derived from the wonder fibre pectin it contains. This soluble fibre works wonders for your Digestion . Pectin a form of soluble fiber,draws water from your digestive tract and forms a gel,helping to slow digestion and pushing stool through your intestines. Apples also contain malic acids,which is again a useful digestive aid.

The high concentration of pectin fibre not only aids digestion but also regulates smoother bowel movements. According to the book ' Healing Foods' "Pectin has an amphoteric action. Paradoxically,it can prove relief from both constipation and diarrhoea depending on body's needs"

Protecting Bones:

Apples are also effective in strengthening bones and can play a crucial part in overall bone health. A certain favanoid phlorizin found in apple skin,may help prevent bone loss associated with menopause as it fights the inflammation and free radicle production that leads to bone degeneration.