What is special about
the fruit , the apple? Why is it said that the apple keeps the docdor away ?
why is no other fruit mentioned in a proverb ? The answers are very simple. The
apple has , perhaps , the most nutritional value amongst all fruits .
A medium - sized
apple gives 80 calories and makes a good snack . It contains absolutealy
no fat . It also helps reduce the risk of some cancers . Because it is low in
sodium content , it reduces the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease.
The apple has a substance that can reduces bad cholesterol and increase good
cholesterol in our body . It is also rich in vitamin A , wich strengthens our
vision . Apples also contain vitamin C that boosts the immune system in the
body . Research shows that people who eat five apples or more per week have fewer respiratory problems , including asthma .
