Apples

Here are some disturbing apple facts you should keep in mind when shopping... The USDA tested 700 different apple samples and found residues of at least one type of pesticide on 98% of them. 92% of apples contained pesticides even after being washed and peeled. After being sprayed with pesticides in the orchards, just-picked conventional apples are given another round of pesticide treatment to maintain their eye-appeal and to extend their shelf life. Apples are stored for months in supermarkets’ cold storage; during that time, their nutritional value decreases and they also lose flavor and crispness.Conventional apples also contain nitrates, the same cancer-causing preservative found in bacon, cold cuts, and pepperoni.Besides cancer, pesticide exposure has been linked to Parkinson’s, brain damage, ADHD, and lower intelligence.

An apple a day, keeps the doctor away. This adage is true since apples are very rich in polyphenols, antioxidants that are beneficial in lowering the risk of inflammation and cancers. Studies have also shown that apples have the ability to lower total cholesterol and LDL-cholesterol. Additionally it helps in the regulation of blood sugar levels in the body due to its influence in the digestion process and in the absorption of carbohydrates in the body.

This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice. Always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any treatment or dietary changes.