An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away….

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 An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away….

Have you ever wondered where the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” comes from?? 


For some, an apple a day doesn’t keep the doctor away, it just gives you a stomach ache. But really, why should we care to eat an apple a day??? 


Well, not that you have to have one every single day, but there really are some great nutrients packed in apples.


However, the main reason for the health benefits behind apples is their rich source of phytochemicals found in them. Phytochemicals are compounds that act as protective agents. They have been found to protect against cancer cell proliferation, regulate immune response, and decrease the overall risk of chronic disease. Apples are also packed with antioxidants, which fight oxidative stress. 


Now that you know why the apple keeps the doctor away, let's talk about how to actually eat the apple. With fall in full swing, it is officially apple season so there’s no excuse to not get your apples in! If you are someone that isn’t much of an apple lover, try cooking with it in other ways! Below are my top 5 favorite ways to eat an apple. 


The 5 BEST ways to eat an apple: 


Cut it up w/ some peanut butter & honey


Apple Crisp


Apple Dumpling


Apple Sauce


Caramel Apple (W/ sprinkles of course) 


What’s your favorite way to eat an apple?? 


https://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/1475-2891-3-5


-A.C

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