Eating an apple a day makes the difference; See what happens in your body

The nutritionist reveals how the fruits can be important for the correct functioning of the body

It is not surprising that the fruits are rich in vitamins, minerals, fibers and antioxidants. And among the benefits of Apple, who is one of the most popular in Brazil and in the world, it is no different. Consuming a unit of it one day, it is already possible to protect yourself from some diseases.

According to Dr. Valéria Goulart, a nutritionist doctor of the Brazilian association of Nutrology (Abran), American studies indicate that, among the benefits of apple, it is the decrease in the incidence of type 2 diabetes, because it contains antioxidants.

According to the expert, Apple has polyphenols, substances that protect the heart and prevent cardiovascular diseases. It has a fiber called pectin, in which it reduces the absorption of fats that are ingested on a daily basis and, consequently, helps to fight bad cholesterol.

Fruit is an ally of health

“The apple is able to remove stomach pain, helps to fight gastritis by working as a gel. This fruit increases the production of acetylcholine (neurotransmitter responsible for memory assistance) and therefore decreases the possibility of the individual by triggering alzheimer or stroke,” says the doctor, after being asked about the benefits of the apple.

“Polyphenols also act as anti -inflammatory drugs and reduce the possibility of the person to have cancer, especially in the digestive part. Another function is to fight free radicals, those who slow down aging. It also makes collagen production, helps oral health, the millet acid that increases saliva production, reducing bacterial bacterial proliferation” explains Dr. Goulart.

According to a study conducted at the National Institute of the United States, eating an apple one day prevents various diseases. This study was conducted with over 8,000 people. For a year, about 10% ate one apple a day. These people did not need to take many drugs, they were not sick and one apple a day gives more energy and arrangement, because despite few calories it has carbohydrates and fibers.

The nutrologist also stresses that the best time to enjoy the benefits of the apple is for breakfast, due to the pectin present in his peel. This substance slows down digestion and reduce the absorption of sugar in the body, that is, in this way the intestine will work healthyly. Some people, when they eat the apple at night, try a little discomfort, especially in digestion because of the shell.

Losing weight is one of the advantages of Apple

“Since it is a fruit and water rich in fiber, it causes the feeling of satiety and decreases the appetite. It has pectin in the shell that reduces the absorption of sugar, and this is excellent for those who want to lose weight. Furthermore, that eats an apple 15 minutes before meals ingest 200 calories less (the apple has a low calorie). Obese increases the muscle mass. weight loss.

Ways to consume

“Here in Brazil the Apple gala is what everyone consumes and likes, one of the advantages is that it has a lot of antioxidant and has anti-inflammatory priorities. The Argentine apple, (red) helps even more in digestion. Fuji’s apple is good to do sweet. Many fibers, that is, it is very good.

Those who are not a fan of this fruit can consume it in another form, like putting a little cinnamon and heat in the microwave and tasty oven, cinnamon has all the health benefits and decreases part of the acidity of the apple.

Cinnamon is a good complement to Apple’s benefits

The combination of cinnamon and apple also decreases the appetite. You can cut it in half on a plate on a butter card, leave for 4-5 minutes, until it dries, like chips. So when it starts to get the viral edges, it can turn and leave another 30 seconds, until it becomes very crunchy. Shortly thereafter, sprinkle with cinnamon and let it dry.

“Apple tea with cinnamon is also advantageous for health, especially when it is already more past and you don’t want to lose, a suggestion is cutting into ice cubes and letting you freeze, as soon as the defrosting can turn into a drink.”

“It is worth beating the fruit of the fruit in a blender with water to drink ice cream. Or if you prefer hot, just heat and drink the drink. In addition to bringing benefits for health, the body will be supplied with nutrients”, concludes the expert.

Source: Dr. Valéria Goulart, a nutritionist with a specialist title of the Brazilian Association of Nutrology (Abran).

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