Rediscover Apples
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For most of us apples have become part of everyday life - like seasons of the year. We take them for granted forgetting what they offer us. Easy to pack around with us, just wash and throw in a bag for a very convenient snack. A major source of antioxidant flavonoids, apples are low in calories, low in price and a great source of soluble and insoluable fiber. Interesting to note, most of the vitamin C found in apples is found just under the skin and the fragrant smell of the apple is found in the apple skins cells which when ripened release their sweetness. Studies have shown that soluble fiber (pectin is just one of them) makes the apple heart healthy. There are 7500 varieties of apples worldwide but only 100 varieties are grown commercially. If you like sweet-tart tastes try Braeburn or McIntosh. If you love the tartness of apples, the Granny Smith is the choice for you. 
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