You probably know the saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But are apples really good for you?
What vitamins and minerals can you get from a daily apple, and what are the health benefits an apple offers you daily? Fruits are a rich source of vitamins and minerals for daily nutrition.
However, it’s common for people to skip fruits in their diet. Sometimes, we must remember to take them, or it happens in our routine that we cannot take them daily. Then these are the fruits that provide you with the most nutrients. They offer the maximum number of vitamins and minerals because they are excellent sources.
Apples come in all flavours, from sweet red types like Red Delicious, Fuji, and Gala to tangy green Granny Smith apples. You can enjoy them however you like. I love Granny Smith apples with lime and a bit of salt. These are perfect for any mood and time of day!
Origins of Apples
Apples initially come from Kazakhstan in Central Asia, east of the Caspian Sea. The name of its former capital, Alma Ata, means “full of apples.” By 1500 BC, apple seeds had been carried across Europe. The Greeks, Etruscans, and Romans grew apples, and the Romans brought apple seeds and trees to the British Isles during the early Christian era. Many kinds of apples thrived in England.
Nutritional Profile
A medium-sized contains:
- Calories: 95
- Fiber: 4 grams
- Vitamin C: 14% of the recommended daily intake
- Potassium: 6% of the recommended daily intake