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Research on Apples and Health

Studies around the world have shown that the fiber, antioxidants, and other natural components of apples and apple products may be linked to numerous potential whole-body health benefits.

Apples are naturally fat free, saturated fat free, cholesterol free and are a good source of fiber — making them a smart dietary choice. The FDA recognizes that “diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol and rich in fruits, vegetables and grain products that contain some types of dietary fiber, particularly soluble fiber, may reduce the risk of heart disease and some types of cancer, diseases associated with many factors.”

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Posted on Monday, April 4, 2005 at 02:32PM by Registered CommenterFruitrition in | Comments Off

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