Nutritional qualities and health benefits
- They are a good source of potassium.
- Rich in pectin, a soluble fiber that helps the dissolution of cholesterol and is a natural antacid for the prevention and treatment of flatulence. This same substance is anti diarrheal and also gentle laxative, although it sounds contradictory.
- Contains cysteine, arginine and malic acid, which removes toxins from the liver.
- Its content of phosphorus is a food with sedatives values, which helps you sleep better.
- Antioxidant and anti cancer because it contains catechins and quercetin.
Origin and cultivation
They are native to eastern Turkey. In Europe there have been selected varieties for thousands of years. The first data of this fruit crop dating from 300 BC. By that time six apple varieties are mentioned, today there are more than 5,000, although commercially working just 6 varieties.
The scientific name of the plant is Malus. In Spanish it is called Manzana.
- The apple, because of its long history, much is mentioned in Greek, and Roman texts in Norse mythology, and often appears as a symbol of immortality, reincarnation and eternal youth.
- In mythology, was said to be the food of the gods and gave it away to these men as a reward for their heroic deeds.
- In hallowen is a tradition biting an apple, it is said that if you do it will reveal the name of your future wife.
- Apples are better than other fruits preserved. Commercially, it is maintained in chambers between 6 to 12 months.
- Apples can be made a good wine.
- The petals of apples are also edible.
- Most apple nutrients are just under the skin, so it's best not to peel them.
- The apple seed has a small amount of cyanide.
- The apple cider is very bitter and astringent.
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