The apple is a real treasure trove of good substances that can help preserve health.
In addition to vitamins A, B, C, they are rich in minerals such as potassium, phosphorus, silicon and iron.
It is interesting that apples originate from the area between the Black and Caspian seas, and there are even more than 7500 apple varieties in the world.
Here are some interesting things you should know:
- The apple belongs to the rose family - 25% of the apple is air, while 5% is protein - the heaviest measured apple weighed 1,4 kg
Apple is excellent for digestive problems, especially constipation. It prevents the accumulation of harmful substances in the blood, lowers elevated cholesterol and prevents clogging of arteries and veins, thus reducing the risk of thrombosis and atherosclerosis, and has a positive effect on heart function.
Fresh apples should be eaten half an hour before or a few hours after a meal.
An apple contains a large percentage of water, in which nutrients are dissolved and passes through the stomach within 15 - 20 minutes, so everything is quickly absorbed.
One apple contains only 80-100 calories, so they are ideal if you want to lose weight.
They are rich in potassium, so they stimulate the secretion of substances that help weight loss. Also, they are rich in fiber, so they create a feeling of satiety.
They are also ideal for cleaning the body, because they contain large amounts of pectin, which absorbs water and harmful substances in the body. It is recommended that for at least one part of the month you should eat only apples and drink apple juice, in order to flush out the toxins that are accumulated by consuming foods of animal origin.
Apples are also extremely important when it comes to dental care.
Potassium and phosphorus have a positive effect on the bones, and as they are rich in fluorine, they affect the prevention of caries and protect and strengthen the gums.
It is interesting that brushing your teeth removes about 60 percent of bacteria, while gently chewing an apple eliminates about 90 percent.
Apples are rich in carbohydrates, so they will give you the energy you need, while serotonin will lift your mood.
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