HEALTH BENEFITS OF GREEN APPLE



     "An Apple a Day keeps the Doctor away if the Doctor is smart keep the Apple away." I know what comes into our mind is always the Red Apple and not the Green Variety.  Apples were considered as an expensive, a class ahead of time - food, during the 60s in India. Considered not only healthy, but even as an idea which hit Sir Isaac Newton to evoke his insight and come up with the 'Theory of Gravity'.
     My initial thoughts and memories of Apples have a lot with learning Alphabets 'A for Apple', even I had a beautiful big picture of a Red Apple longer than I remember.  When that picture started to wither off out of age, I made a collage over it in the process of restoring it.  Long forgotten and lost!  I still remember the picture and the front cover of a text book during my KG classes which had the picture of a man sitting under a tree and the Apple falling towards the ground.  Not really knowing what it depicted then... Later to realise that it was Sir Isaac Newton and the picture depicted a great invention i.e. GRAVITY.
     Apples as such are loaded with nutrients, but what makes Green Apple special is that it is loaded with Minerals, Proteins & Fiber. Green Apples are slightly Sour and Sweet in taste. They help prevent digestive problems, help regulate blood glucose and good cholesterol. Green Apples are loaded with dietary fiber, which helps to decrease the chance of Constipation & Colon Cancer. Green apples also help Lower Cholesterol Levels, ease Digestion, reduce Liver and Digestive tract issues. Green apples are rich in Antioxidants, including Flavonoids and Polyphenol. Because of this, Green Apples are believed to prevent various forms of cancer and DNA damage.


HEALTH BENEFITS OF GREEN APPLE

 

Ease Digestion :

     The enzymes present in Green apples can help ease the digestion. It can help prevent diarrhoea as well as constipation and gout. Green Apples contain both Tartaric and Maleic acid, thereby helping to reduce the chances of indigestion.

Body Detoxifier :

     Green Apples have a high dose of dietary fibre, Green Apple Juice helps to get rid of Toxins and harmful elements from your liver, kidney, and digestive system. 

Try this detoxifying juice prepared with Green Apple, Honey, Ginger and Lemon.

 

Constipation:

     Eating foods that are high in water content and fibre, such as Green apple help in hydrating the body and supports normal bowel movements. Green Apples are described as a laxative fruit too.

Rich in Anti-oxidants :

     Green apples are rich in Antioxidants, including Flavonoids and Polyphenol. Because of this, Green Apples are believed to prevent various forms of cancer and DNA damage.

 

 Prevents Colon Cancer :

     Green Apples are an excellent source of Dietary Fibre, Vitamin C and other antioxidants. With these components, Green Apples can help combat the formation of free radicals which are known to cause cancer. The high fibre content in Green Apples helps in the reduction in the possibility of Colon Cancer

 

High Mineral Content :

     Green Apple is loaded with Minerals like Iron, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Potassium, etc.  The Iron and other minerals help in raising the level of Oxygen in blood and helps in increasing the Metabolism.

Lowers Hypertension/Blood Pressure :

     Maintaining a low Sodium intake & increasing Potassium intake helps to maintain healthy blood pressure. The impressive amount of Potassium in Green Apples reduces the tension in blood vessels and arteries, helps in increasing blood circulation and lowering the stress on the heart by eliminating hypertension.

 

Healthy Heart :

     The Fiber, Potassium, Vitamin C, and Choline content in Green Apples support heart health and thus helps in reducing Heart diseases.

 

Lowers Cholesterol :

     Regular consumption of Green Apples or Green Apple Juice decreases the levels of LDL cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood.

Diabetics :

     Green Apples help to decrease lipid peroxidation, so it has found to be a protective food for people with type 2 diabetes.

Good for Lungs :

     Regular consumption of Green Apple can cut down the risk associated with the onset of Asthma which is a hypersensitive allergic disorder.

 

 Counter the effect of Smoking :

     The Coumaric Acid and Chlorogenic Acid, in Green Apples, fight against Nitrosamines, which are the main Carcinogens found in Cigarettes. The presence of Vitamin A in high quantities has shown to reduce the effects of Carcinogens. People who are regular smokers can also rely on Green Apples to safeguard themselves from obstructive pulmonary diseases.

 

Prevents Alzheimer's:

     Eating Green Apple every day prevents chances of old-age neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s.

 

Eye Health:

     Green Apple is a source of various Vitamins. The Vitamin A present in this fruit is known to possess the potential to strengthen and improve your vision.

 

Good for Blood Clotting :

     Green Apple is a potential source of Vitamin K, which helps the blood to coagulate and clot. Green Apple benefits in better wound repairing and healing. Women, who have extremely heavy periods, can consume Green Apples or Green Apple Juice to bring the bleeding under control.

 

Strong Bones & Teeth :

     Green apple is rich in Calcium, which is essential for strengthening the bones and teeth. Women, especially, in their menopause, should include this drink in their diet to prevent osteoporosis.

Skin:

     The antioxidants, such as Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and phenols present in Green Apple play a major role in delaying premature ageing, improves skin texture, nourishes the skin, prevents skin diseases like eczema, controls acne and pimples and also helps in eliminating Dark Eye Circles. Topical Application of Green Apple paste or juice and regular consumption of the fruit helps maintain healthy skin.

Healthy Hair & Scalp:

     As Green Apples are packed with an array of Vitamins and Minerals, it is a potential natural remedy for strengthening your Hair.  It also helps to keep your hair fall under control. Regular use of Green Apple & Green Apple Juice is also known to promote hair growth. A paste created with Green Apple can be used as a hair pack and shampoo or massage Green Apple Juice into your scalp to get rid of Dandruff.


HOW TO SELECT & STORE GREEN APPLES

     Green Apple is a sensitive fruit and should be careful in its selection and storage. Here are some helpful tips on how to select and store green apples.

 

Selecting Green Apples

     While buying Green Apples look for firm, brightly coloured apples having no bruises, damages, shriveled skin etc., It is always better to prefer individual apples over the pre-packed ones. This way you’ll be able to smell the apples. Never buy the apples that smell musky.

 

Storing Green Apples

  • Store Green Apples in your refrigerator. Wrap the apples up in a plastic bag and place them in the coldest area of your refrigerator after sprinkling them with water.  If you store the apples properly, it will stay fresh for almost 2-3 weeks.
  • Normal room temperature can also be quite suitable for storing green apples for a short time. Just make sure to check them regularly since they will ripen more rapidly at room temperature.
  • Apples can speed up the ripening process of other fruits as it emits a natural gas called Ethylene. To use these ‘ripening’ benefits of apples, wrap it up along with the unripe fruit in a plastic bag.

 

RECIPES WITH GREEN APPLES

Green Apples are not just delicious but healthy as well, provided that eat it in the right way.
  • While cooking apples, add a little bit of sugar. This done at the start of cooking can help the apples hold their shape better.
  • Green apples can be consumed in a number of ways. You can eat the whole fruit either peeled or unpeeled.
  • Can make an apple shake or simply extract juice out of it.
  • Make pies out of them or add them to your deserts, pudding or ice creams. 
  • The best way is to consume it as whole fruit, this way it retains all the natural nutrients.
  • Can make a detoxifying juice with Green Apple, Honey, Lemon & Ginger.

Important: Food Safety :

Do not eat the Seeds of an Apple because they are slightly poisonous and hence may prove detrimental to your health.

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DISCLAIMER:

Please remember these treatments options are only meant as guidelines and in no way replaces the advice or treatment provided by your medical practitioner. It is always good to seek the advice of your physician, homeopath, naturopath, or herbalist for professional advice in any matter related to your health. This article is for information purposes only.

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