Eat this to Keep the Doctor Away

 Today's quick lesson is going to be about a very popular fruit... one that in my opinion is the absolute best fruit to eat and you should eat lots!!

Yes, I'm talking about the almighty APPLE.

You should be eating at least 1 a day to keep the doctor away, just like mom said! (Eat it with the skin on of course ;-))

 

Researchers have recently discovered yet another reason why apples are "king" of the fruits. It's a little something called: Phlorizidin.

 

So what in the world is that? 

It's one of an apples many antioxidants known as polyphenol flavonoids.

 

Modern science has discovered that phlorizidin can treat diabetes in animals and is thought to target the liver and help stimulate bile flow.

 

High glucose levels are known to impair bile production in the liver. Bile flow is important as the liver eliminates toxins into the bile as part of the detox process.

Antioxidants

The antioxidant effects of apple extracts have been compared to silymarin, the active ingredient  of the herb milk thistle, which is known to be good for the liver. Both are good at fighting free radicals but silymarin still had the edge.

Apples contain many antioxidants or phytonutrients including quercetin, catechin, phlorizin, and chlorogenic acid. Chlorogenic acid can prevent the oxidation of LDL cholesterol which can lead to atherosclerosis. (narrowing of arteries due to buil up of fats)

Cleansing effects of Fiber

Apples are high in insoluble fiber which helps cleanse the bowel and is a great solution for constipation and diverticulitis.  Pectin, a soluble fiber, binds to heavy metals and helps clear the body of food additives.

Keeping the bowels clean helps to prevent toxins from it overloading the liver.

 

AND of course a clean liver means that your metabolism speeds up and you burn fat much more efficiently. 

 

Hopefully this  article helps you to appreciate the importance of a very common fruit :-)