An apple a day keeps the doctor away. No really

Oderah · 10-06-2005, 06:03 PM

APPLES REALLY ARE GOOD FOR YOU!
Eating fresh apples is always good for you, but to get the full nutritional benefits associated with eating apples you should eat at least one fresh apple every day. The average U.S. consumer eats about 19 pounds of fresh apples a year — about one apple per week. Ongoing consumer attitude tracking in nine major markets across the United States has shown that Washington apples remain number one as far as consumers are concerned. According to a one report, 56 percent of those surveyed named Washington as the brand they look for when buying apples.

WHOLE-BODY HEALTH BENEFITS
Lower blood cholesterol, improved bowel function, reduced risk of stroke, prostate cancer, type II diabetes and asthma.

The disease-fighting profile of apples provides a multitude of health benefits, including a potential decreased risk of cancer and heart disease. Several recent studies suggest apples may provide a "whole-body" health benefit.

A number of components in apples, most notably fiber and phytonutrients have been found in studies to lower blood cholesterol and improve bowel function, and may be associated with a reduced risk of ischemic heart disease, stroke, prostate cancer, type II diabetes and asthma. Preliminary research from Finland indicates diets with the highest intake of apple phytonutrients were associated with a 46 percent reduction in the incidence of lung cancer. Findings indicate that two apples a day or 12 ounces of 100% apple juice reduced the damaging effects of the “bad” LDL cholesterol.

- Interpoma 2002 Conference, Bolzano, Italy
- Dianne Hyson, Ph.D., M.S., R.D., University of California-Davis

CANCER PREVENTION
Over the past four years, apple consumption has been linked with reduced cancer risk in several studies. A 2001 Mayo Clinic study indicated that quercetin, a flavonoid abundant in apples, helps prevent the growth of prostate cancer cells. A Cornell University study indicated phytochemicals in the skin of an apple inhibited the reproduction of colon cancer cells by 43 percent. The National Cancer Institute has reported that foods containing flavonoids like those found in apples may reduce the risk of lung cancer by as much as 50 percent.

— Carcinogenesis (March, 2001)
— Nature (June, 2000)
— Journal of the National Cancer Institute (January, 2000)

HEALTHY LUNGS
Two recent British studies indicated that eating apples can improve lung health. A study of Welsh men indicated that people who ate at least five apples per week experience better lung function. Researchers at the University of Nottingham reported that those who ate five apples per week also had a lower risk for respiratory disease. In the Netherlands at the University of Groningen, apples were singled out as a fruit that could cut smokers’ risk of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) in half. Scientists believe antioxidants found in apples may ward off disease by countering oxygen’s damaging effects on the body.

— American Thoracic Society Meeting (May, 2001)
—Thorax (January, 2000)

HEART DISEASE & STROKE PREVENTION
A Finnish study published in 1996 showed that people who eat a diet rich in flavonoids have a lower incidence of heart disease. Other studies indicate that flavonoids may help prevent strokes.

—The British Medical Journal (1996)

WEIGHT LOSS
Apples are a delicious source of dietary fiber, and dietary fiber helps aid digestion and promotes weight loss. A medium apple contains about five grams of fiber, more than most cereals. Also, apples contain almost zero fat and cholesterol, so they are a delicious snack and dessert food that’s good for you.

UC-DAVIS: APPLES ARE HEART-HEALTHY
Researchers at the University of California-Davis recently reported that apples and apple juice may help protect arteries from harmful plaque build-up. In the first study conducted in humans, adults who added two apples, or 12 ounces of 100% apple juice, to their daily diet demonstrated a significant slowing of the cholesterol oxidation process that leads to plaque build-up - thereby giving the body more time to rid itself of cholesterol before it can cause harm.

http://www.bestapples.com/healthy/

***SmOkEyEyEz*** · 10-06-2005, 06:04 PM

what if ur allergic to apples?

Shygurl · 10-06-2005, 06:06 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by **SmOkEyEyEz**
what if ur allergic to apples?

its real apples not d naija ones o...
why u ignoring me

***SmOkEyEyEz*** · 10-06-2005, 06:10 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Shygurl
its real apples not d naija ones o...
why u ignoring me

gerrout

lol. im not ignoring u...kilode?

Shygurl · 10-06-2005, 06:16 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by **SmOkEyEyEz**
gerrout lol. im not ignoring u...kilode?

Babyluv™ · 10-06-2005, 08:05 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Shygurl
its real apples not d naija ones o...
why u ignoring me

lol @ the naija ones

PaJ · 10-07-2005, 10:49 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by **SmOkEyEyEz**
what if ur allergic to apples?

...UR PHUCKED...that's what....

..aburo mi..bawo ni?

Pa

***SmOkEyEyEz*** · 10-09-2005, 03:38 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by PaJ
...UR PHUCKED...that's what....
..aburo mi..bawo ni?
Pa

lmao though.. i dey egbon...wozobu?

10-06-2005, 06:03 PM	#1 (permalink)
Oderah ASAMPETE Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Munachimso Posts: 4,177 Points: 7,150.61 Bank: 0.00 Total Points: 7,150.61 Donate Rep Power: 542693	An apple a day keeps the doctor away. No really APPLES REALLY ARE GOOD FOR YOU! Eating fresh apples is always good for you, but to get the full nutritional benefits associated with eating apples you should eat at least one fresh apple every day. The average U.S. consumer eats about 19 pounds of fresh apples a year — about one apple per week. Ongoing consumer attitude tracking in nine major markets across the United States has shown that Washington apples remain number one as far as consumers are concerned. According to a one report, 56 percent of those surveyed named Washington as the brand they look for when buying apples. WHOLE-BODY HEALTH BENEFITS Lower blood cholesterol, improved bowel function, reduced risk of stroke, prostate cancer, type II diabetes and asthma. The disease-fighting profile of apples provides a multitude of health benefits, including a potential decreased risk of cancer and heart disease. Several recent studies suggest apples may provide a "whole-body" health benefit. A number of components in apples, most notably fiber and phytonutrients have been found in studies to lower blood cholesterol and improve bowel function, and may be associated with a reduced risk of ischemic heart disease, stroke, prostate cancer, type II diabetes and asthma. Preliminary research from Finland indicates diets with the highest intake of apple phytonutrients were associated with a 46 percent reduction in the incidence of lung cancer. Findings indicate that two apples a day or 12 ounces of 100% apple juice reduced the damaging effects of the “bad” LDL cholesterol. - Interpoma 2002 Conference, Bolzano, Italy - Dianne Hyson, Ph.D., M.S., R.D., University of California-Davis CANCER PREVENTION Over the past four years, apple consumption has been linked with reduced cancer risk in several studies. A 2001 Mayo Clinic study indicated that quercetin, a flavonoid abundant in apples, helps prevent the growth of prostate cancer cells. A Cornell University study indicated phytochemicals in the skin of an apple inhibited the reproduction of colon cancer cells by 43 percent. The National Cancer Institute has reported that foods containing flavonoids like those found in apples may reduce the risk of lung cancer by as much as 50 percent. — Carcinogenesis (March, 2001) — Nature (June, 2000) — Journal of the National Cancer Institute (January, 2000) HEALTHY LUNGS Two recent British studies indicated that eating apples can improve lung health. A study of Welsh men indicated that people who ate at least five apples per week experience better lung function. Researchers at the University of Nottingham reported that those who ate five apples per week also had a lower risk for respiratory disease. In the Netherlands at the University of Groningen, apples were singled out as a fruit that could cut smokers’ risk of COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) in half. Scientists believe antioxidants found in apples may ward off disease by countering oxygen’s damaging effects on the body. — American Thoracic Society Meeting (May, 2001) —Thorax (January, 2000) HEART DISEASE & STROKE PREVENTION A Finnish study published in 1996 showed that people who eat a diet rich in flavonoids have a lower incidence of heart disease. Other studies indicate that flavonoids may help prevent strokes. —The British Medical Journal (1996) WEIGHT LOSS Apples are a delicious source of dietary fiber, and dietary fiber helps aid digestion and promotes weight loss. A medium apple contains about five grams of fiber, more than most cereals. Also, apples contain almost zero fat and cholesterol, so they are a delicious snack and dessert food that’s good for you. UC-DAVIS: APPLES ARE HEART-HEALTHY Researchers at the University of California-Davis recently reported that apples and apple juice may help protect arteries from harmful plaque build-up. In the first study conducted in humans, adults who added two apples, or 12 ounces of 100% apple juice, to their daily diet demonstrated a significant slowing of the cholesterol oxidation process that leads to plaque build-up - thereby giving the body more time to rid itself of cholesterol before it can cause harm. http://www.bestapples.com/healthy/ __________________ Color me blessed by God "Ibos can make water out of stone" -Wole Soyinka

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