Introduction

The nutritionist spoke in a TV show about the benefits and harms of apples, as well as which varieties of apples are healthier – red or green, and is there anything that prevents eating apples.

Benefits of Apples

Dr. Oleg Krivoshenikov, nutritionist, member of the Russian Federation of Nutritionists, notes that apples are rich in vitamins, antioxidants and dietary fiber.

The benefits of apples are that they contain:

• High content of pectin, which helps lower blood cholesterol levels;
• Vitamin C and potassium;
• Soluble dietary fiber that helps lower blood cholesterol levels;
• Polyphenols with antioxidant properties.

Quercetin, found in apples, stimulates the production of new brain cells, which improves memory and cognitive functions.

“Quercetin reduces the risk of sarcopenia by 20 percent,” he says.

Disadvantages of Apples

The disadvantages of apples include:

• May irritate the stomach. Because it contains a high percentage of acids and dietary fiber;
• Excessive consumption leads to bloating, nausea and disturbances in the digestive system.
• In some people, it causes bloating due to a lack of enzymes that break down plant fiber.

Red Apples vs. Green Apples

According to him, red apples contain a high percentage of antioxidants, which also protect nerve cells from the action of free radicals, which prevents the development of degenerative processes in the brain.

“The average glycemic index of all apples, regardless of color, is in the range of 30-45 units. It’s not much,” he says.

Healthier Options

An expert confirms that fried apples are healthier than fresh ones. In addition, people who cannot eat fresh apples can eat grilled apples because the heat softens the hard fibers in the apple and breaks down the acids it contains, leaving all the nutrients it contains but the percentage of vitamins reduced.

The expert notes that the form of iron found in apples is poorly absorbed by the body. Because the human body absorbs heme iron, which is mainly found in meat.

Recommended Intake

According to him, it is not recommended to eat more than 4-5 servings of apples per day, and each serving should not exceed 100 grams.

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