More Good Reasons to Eat An Apple a Day

While counting an apple as part of the recommended 2 to 4 fruit servings a day, you may also want to keep the following in mind:

1. Apples are rich in iron and phosphorus, two minerals that are good for the brain, liver, and bowels.

2. One of the most beneficial parts of an apple is its acid content, both the malic and tartaric acids. These acids not only make the fruit itself digestible, but also assist in the digestion of other foods. Apples help regulate the digestive system and can aid in the cure and prevention of constipation. They also help neutralize the effects of rich, fatty foods.

3. For constipation, try eating a ripe, juicy, preferably sour apple before bedtime every night.

4. When peeled and grated, the apple relieves flatulence and diarrhea.

5. The apple is also good for the teeth. The juice is cleansing, and the flesh is hard enough to help rid the teeth of plaque.

6. It is believed that unsweetened apple cider can be used as a preventative against gout and rheumatism.

7. Apples are thought to help with memory loss. Eating an apple a day, with one teaspoon of honey and one cup of milk, is recommended in the treatment for loss of memory and mental irritability.

Other Useful Tips For Apple Usage: An apple in a sack of potatoes will prevent the potatoes from sprouting. �?An apple placed in a container with brown sugar will help keep the sugar moist. �?An apple in the cookie jar will keep cookies moist. �?Add lemon juice to an apple recipe if the apples lack tartness.

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