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Apples
Apples are one of the greatest foods. Their disease-fighting profile provides numerous health benefits, including a potential decreased risk of cancer and cardio-vascular disease. Recent studies suggest apples may provide a "whole-body" health benefit.
Several components in apples, mainly fiber and phytonutrients have been found in studies to lower “bad” cholesterol levels, improve bowel function and help reduce the risk of ischemic heart disease, stroke, prostate cancer, type II diabetes and asthma. Preliminary research from Finland shows diets with the highest intake of apple phytonutrients were associated with a 46 percent reduction in the incidence of lung cancer. There are evidences that two apples a day or 12 ounces of 100% apple juice reduced the damaging effects of the blood LDL (the "bad") cholesterol levels.
Nutritional Values per 100g
| Protein |
0g |
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| Carbohydrates |
14g |
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| Sugars |
10g |
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| Fats |
0g |
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| Calories |
72 kCal |
Apples in Your Weight Loss Program
Although sugar found in fruit is considered healthy it remains sugar. Even fructose (the fruit sugar) causes a raise in insulin levels which in turn results in increased fat storage. Since we try to avoid insulin spikes while on a weight loss program, fruit should be eaten only in moderation. Fruits low in sugar and glycemic index are the best choice when trying to lose weight.
Since apples don’t have very high sugar content, they are a good fruit choice four your weight loss program.
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