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Apples have long been known to "keep the doctor
away," and now, more than ever, scientists are
proving this old saying to be true.
Studies have shown that apples contain compounds and
antioxidants that are linked to numerous heath benefits
such as increasing lung function; decreasing the risk
of respiratory disease such as asthma; reducing the
risk of several cancers such as lung, colon, and liver
cancer; breaking down bad cholesterol (LDL); and lessening
the risk of heart disease.
Health Benefits of Fruits and Vegetables
According to the produce experts, low-fat diets rich in vegetables and fruits may reduce the risk of some types of cancer. Other benefits include helping to maintain:
 A healthy heart - Healthy vision
- A lower risk of some cancers
- A healthy immune system
Learn more at Fruits & Veggies More Matters.
Did you know that just one apple…
- contains 5 grams of fiber—more than most cereals?
Soluble fiber helps control blood-cholesterol levels.
- packs in more cancer-fighting antioxidant capability
than a 1,500-milligram megadose of vitamin C? Antioxidants
may help prevent cancer and heart disease.
- has just 80 calories and zero grams of fat, cholesterol,
and sodium?
- has 250 kilojoules of fructose, a natural sugar,
which provides you with a steady stream of energy
throughout the day?
- contains vitamins A, B1, B2, and C, as well as niacin,
phosphorus magnesium, iron and potassium?
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