"An apple a day keeps the doctor away."

Or that’s what we’re told. And while it might be highly doubtful that a collection of apples might help you live to see the century mark, they do have quite a few healthy benefits to them. From weight loss to stroke reduction, an apple a day may very well keep you out of the doctor’s office.

Packed with Fiber: An apple has 5 grams of fiber, which keeps you regular, promotes colon health, and ensures low blood cholesterol.


Fiber also helps create a feeling of satiety in the stomach. Feeling full helps curb overeating and promote healthy weight.

In addition, apples have a low caloric count and count as a single serving of fruit. For these reasons, apples are a fine option if you’re looking for a quick snack or a simple way to replace a meal during the day.

Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer’s: A study from the Center for Cellular Neurobiology has shown the positive effects of apple juice on Alzheimer’s. Mice that were given apple juice regularly performed better on various cognition tests, as well as lower production of beta-amyloid plaques. The apple juice is thought to prevent the decline of neurotrasmitters in the brain, which are responsible for electrical connections between nerve cells.

The key component in apple juice is a compound called fisetin, which has been highly praised for its ability to fight various cell abnormalities.

Plenty of Energy: Apples contain lots of natural sugars, which is what makes them so sweet.

This natural energy high lasts longer than processed sugar and is far less addictive than caffeine.

Heart Health:A recent Ohio State University study found that healthy adults who ate apples daily for four weeks succeeded in lowering levels of ‘bad’ cholesterol by 40 percent. Another group was given placebos while another was given a polyphenol compound. The latter group also saw a marked decrease in cholesterol, but not nearly as significant as those in the whole apple group.

Stroke Reduction: A Finnish study collected dietary data from over 9000 participants over 28 years. They found frequent apple eaters were at a lower risk of stroke than infrequent apple eaters. Researchers attributed this to the high number of antioxidants and various phytochemicals that are still being researched.

Increased Stamina: Apples deliver big quercetin, a naturally occurring antioxidant. Quercetin helps in the delivery of oxygen from the lungs to the bloodstream.

Packed with Nutrients: Apples are packed with vitamin C, calcium, iron, and phosphorous all of which play a vital role in everyday biological processes from cellular health, prevention of tooth and bone decay, the structural framework for DNA and RNA molecules, muscular contraction, immune system functions, and neurotransmitter effectiveness.