We’re all familiar with the advice, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” But where did the saying come from, and is there any truth to it? The first mention of this advice appeared in print in 1866 in Wales. It had a slightly different ring to it, but contained the same basic message: “Eat an apple on going to bed, and you’ll keep the doctor from earning his bread.”
Fast forward 155 years to 2021 and the “apple a day” phrase has come under new scrutiny. Researchers conducted a recent study that largely debunks the phrase. They have demonstrated that consistently eating apples does not appreciably reduce doctor visits. However, apples provide a range of nutrients that can benefit many different aspects of a person’s health. Apples are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, all of which benefit health. They also provide an array of antioxidants. These substances help neutralize free radicals, and apple consumption has also been proven beneficial when controlling your diet. So munch away!….Ed
Source:Medical News/ Engrid Barnett/Photo: wallpaperflair
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