Introduction: Foreign research shows that apple peel has stronger antioxidant properties than the flesh. The antioxidant capacity of the peel of an average-sized apple is equivalent to 800mg of Vitamin C. Apple peel can inhibit the growth of bacteria in the mouth and protect teeth. It can also whiten and soften the skin, prevent melanin production, and has cosmetic benefits.
Apple, formerly known as "Nai" and also called "Taopo", is sweet and sour, delicious, and nutritious, making it a fruit suitable for all ages. Its nutritional and medicinal value are very high, and it is increasingly being called "the first medicine of doctors". Many Americans consider apple a must-have food for weight loss. They have an "apple day" once a week, on which they only eat apples.
It is best to eat apples with their peel on
The apple peel contains many bioactive substances, such as phenolic substances, flavonoids, and octacosanol. These active substances can inhibit the angiotensin-converting enzyme that causes high blood pressure, helping to prevent chronic diseases like cardiovascular disease and coronary heart disease, and reducing their incidence; they can also reduce the incidence of lung cancer.
Foreign research shows that apple peel has stronger antioxidant properties than the flesh. The antioxidant capacity of the peel of an average-sized apple is equivalent to 800mg of Vitamin C. Apple peel can inhibit the growth of bacteria in the mouth and protect teeth. It can also whiten and soften the skin, prevent melanin production, and has cosmetic benefits.
Many manufacturers develop functional foods by extracting bioactive substances from apple peels. For example, apple peel powder can be used to produce fortified foods, and adding a small amount of apple peel powder can increase the content of polyphenols and flavonoids in food. Therefore, it is recommended that you wash the apple thoroughly and eat it with the peel on.
Apple is a "Guardian Angel" for Health
Apple is a guardian for the cardiovascular system and a healthy fruit for patients with heart disease, because it contains no saturated fat, cholesterol, or sodium. The pectin in apples can stabilize blood sugar and effectively lower cholesterol. Apple juice has a powerful effect in killing infectious viruses.
People who love to eat apples have a lower chance of catching a cold. Eating apples can improve the respiratory system and lung function, protecting the lungs from pollution and smoke. Apples can also prevent cancer and lead poisoning.
Apple has a natural, pleasant aroma that has a significant effect in relieving depression and refreshing the mind. When you are emotionally tense, pick up an apple and smell it, and your bad mood will be alleviated. Pregnant women can reduce pregnancy-related reactions by eating an apple every day.
It is best to eat apples after a meal, otherwise it will affect normal eating and digestion.
Try the "Apple Juice Therapy" for Zinc Deficiency
A foreign study found that apple juice has a remarkable effect on zinc deficiency and is safe, easy to digest, and absorb. This study is called the "Apple Therapy". The more concentrated the apple juice, the better the effect.
In chronic prostatitis, zinc levels are significantly reduced and difficult to raise. Therefore, it is very beneficial for patients with chronic prostatitis to often eat apples. Research has found that prostatic fluid contains a certain amount of antibacterial component—a zinc-containing protein (its main component is zinc). Its antibacterial effect is similar to penicillin, so this antibacterial component is called the prostatic fluid antibacterial factor.
Apple Milk Abdomen Slimming Therapy
The apple milk slimming method only takes two days each time. On the third and fourth days, you return to a normal diet, and then start again for two days. You can see a significant slimming effect in the first cycle, and the effect will be more stable if you repeat it for two to three cycles. But you must be patient and stick to the diet!
Day 1: 1 kg of apples (five or six, no more than seven). On this day, you can only eat apples all day, no water, no yogurt, and no other food. When eating, wash the apples and then eat them bite by bite.
Day 2: 1000 ml of yogurt or skim milk, divided into six equal parts, drink one part each time. Drink milk only all day, no other food. When thirsty, use milk instead of water. (You can also drink milk and yogurt at the same time, but pay attention to the portions.) If you reach your ideal weight, you can use this method again. You cannot drink water in between, and you must not eat apples and milk together; they must be eaten separately to be effective. The reason for not drinking water is that if we consume water during the weight loss period, the body will first use the consumed water instead of the water stored in the body. On the apple day, you are cutting off water intake, so you are basically losing body water. On the milk day, when most of the water is lost, you start to lose fat.
Tip: The milk day is crucial; you cannot drink water. If you cycle this several times, your weight will definitely come down, and you will lose body fat more effectively. It is recommended to do this method on weekends as a good way to detoxify and lose weight.