Admirable apples
Apples are one of the pleasures of autumn and in season now. Highly nutritious and versatile this delicious fruit can be enjoyed both raw and cooked. There are many different varieties, both indigenous and imported, that grow well in the British climate.
Their seeds contain pectin, which is a useful thickening agent often used in jam.
They have a total Glycaemic load of 3 and are mildly anti-inflammatory. Useful for weight loss and optimum health, research suggests that apples may help to reduce the risk of colon, prostate and lung cancer, by helping to accomplish healthy bowel movements and so help reduce the risk of heart disease.
A 125g serving contains:
- 60Kcals
- 0% fat
- 0% cholesterol
- 17g carbohydrate
- 13g fruit sugar
- 3g dietary fibre
- 10% Vitamin C
- 3% Vitamin K
- 1% Vitamin A;
- 2% Riboflavin
- 3% Vitamin B6
- 11.2mg Omega 3 fatty acids
- 53mg Omega 6 fatty acids.
Nutritional tip: Maxine J Jordan, Bsc; Dip.Nut.Med; Cert.Nat.Sci; Cert.Pblc.Hlth. Nutritionist.
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