Granny Smith Apple (Uni)

Description

Rich in nutrients, green apples are the popular name for the Granny Smith variety, which originated in Australia and is named after farmer Mary Ann Smith, who first cultivated them in 1868. Granny Smith, or Grandma Smith, was Mary's local nickname. The origin of green apples stems from a rare mutation in the fruit. This variety is characterized by its green skin and tart flavor.

Properties

Like other varieties of the fruit, green apples contain a large amount of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. However, unlike other varieties, their skin is green, they contain fewer calories, and they have a distinctive flavor.

Rich in pectin, a soluble dietary fiber that prevents cardiovascular disease, helps reduce bad cholesterol (LDL) and increase good cholesterol (HDL). By aiding bowel function, apple pectin is very beneficial in preventing colorectal cancer.

Quercetin, a flavonoid found in green apples, is responsible for preventing various types of cancer and protecting the respiratory system.

Among the properties of green apples are amino acids and the minerals calcium, iron, magnesium, nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and nitrogen.

Benefits

In addition to being tasty and refreshing, green apples have several health benefits:

• Antacid action: aids digestion and provides relief from heartburn and reflux.

• Contains Phosphorus, which acts to control mood.

• Green apple vitamins: this variety is rich in vitamins A, B Complex and C, as well as dietary fiber.

• Combating smoking – Maintaining a diet with green apples helps control smoking addiction.

• Controls glucose – Due to its high soluble fiber content, it's a great ally for people with diabetes, as it controls insulin release. Because it's digested more slowly, it's perfect for pre-workout consumption.

• Contains minerals and vitamins essential for the proper functioning of our body, being excellent for controlling the glycemic index, fighting cholesterol and diabetes.

• Because it contains a low carbohydrate content, helps with weight loss diets.

• Combats cardiovascular diseases – green apples contain more potassium than other varieties, a mineral that helps keep the heartbeat at a stable rhythm.

• High amount of antioxidants, that help fight free radicals, delay aging and prevent various types of cancer.

• Relief from migraine attacks – scientists point out that smelling a green apple can relieve migraine pain and discomfort.

• Combats nausea and vomiting – nausea from various causes, from car trips to early pregnancy, can be alleviated by eating a few slices of green apple.

• Anti-inflammatory, diuretic and detoxifying action. Therefore, it is widely used in green detox juice, which promotes the cleansing of all the organs in the body.

Why does a green apple help you lose weight?

Green apples have all the same properties as other apples, with some advantages: fewer carbohydrates and greater fluid absorption, which promotes better bowel function and, therefore, helps with weight loss. Therefore, they're highly recommended in salads and in the preparation of green detox juice, which, as the name suggests, is a great detoxifier.

Because it's digested more slowly and creates a feeling of fullness, it's excellent for pre-workout consumption. It also contains polyphenols, antioxidants that prevent inflammatory processes caused by obesity.

Green apple calories: This variety is low in calories (on average 83 calories per 100g), combined with pectin, which reduces fat absorption by the body, helping with weight loss. A good tip is to consume it with low-fat yogurt, oatmeal, and granola. As a component of green juice, green apples help eliminate toxins and improve blood circulation.

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