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Apples are a delicious source of dietary fiber, and dietary fiber helps aid digestion. Apples contain almost zero fat and cholesterol. Apples contain the following nutrients.
Phytochemicals: chemical compounds found in plants, fruits, and vegetables that can act as antioxidants.
Antioxidants
Chemicals that reduce or prevent oxidation, thus preventing cell and tissue damage from free radicals in the body.
Phenolic Compount
A type of phytochemical.
Flavonoids
A class of antioxidant. Apples are packed with flavonoids.
Quercetin
A type of flavonoid found
in apples.
Pectin
A soluble fiber present in most fruits and vegetables.
Tannins
Substance found in apple juice that helps prevent urinary tract infections and may reduce heart disease. Research also suggests tannins may help prevent periodontal or gum disease. Please check out where we get our Apples.