1.1. A medium apple — with a diameter of about 3 inches (7.6 centimeters) — equals 1.5 cups of fruit. Two cups of fruit daily are recommended on a 2,000-calorie diet.
2. They're Linked to a Lower Risk of Diabetes
2.1. Several studies have linked eating apples to a lower risk of type 2 diabetes.
3. They May Have Prebiotic Effects and Promote Good Gut Bacteria
3.1. Apples contain pectin, a type of fiber that acts as a prebiotic. This means it feeds the good bacteria in your gut.
4. Apples Contain Compounds That Can Help Fight Asthma
4.1. Antioxidant-rich apples may help protect your lungs from oxidative damage.
5. Apples May Protect Against Stomach Injury From NSAIDs
5.1. The class of painkillers known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can injure the lining of your stomach.
6. Source : 10 Impressive Health Benefits of Apples
7. Apples May Be Good for Weight Loss
7.1. Apples are high in fiber and water — two qualities that make them filling.
8. Apples May Be Good for Your Heart
8.1. Apples have been linked to a lower risk of heart disease.
9. Substances in Apples May Help Prevent Cancer
9.1. Test-tube studies have shown a link between plant compounds in apples and a lower risk of cancer.
10. Apples May Be Good for Bone Health
10.1. Eating fruit is linked to higher bone density, which is a marker of bone health. Researchers believe that the antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds in fruit may help promote bone density and strength. Some studies show that apples, specifically, may positively affect bone health.
11. Apples May Help Protect Your Brain
11.1. Apple juice may help preserve acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that can decline with age. Low levels of acetylcholine are linked to Alzheimer's disease.
