{"id":27501,"date":"2021-10-01T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-01T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.oncolink.org\/?p=13324"},"modified":"2024-11-03T15:14:28","modified_gmt":"2024-11-03T15:14:28","slug":"apple-season-is-here","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ogkologos.com\/en\/apple-season-is-here\/","title":{"rendered":"Apple Season is Here!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.oncolink.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/applespatriziasavareseGettyImages-151125608-57acaeb23df78cf459beb747.jpeg\" alt class=\"wp-image-13326\" width=\"418\" height=\"278\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p>Hello and welcome Fall, it\u2019s nice to see you again! This time of year brings a bounty of delicious produce and today\u2019s feature is all about a fall favorite: apples \u2013 a versatile and nutritious fruit! Let\u2019s take a look:<\/p>\n<h2>Fun and Fast Facts<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Did you know? Pennsylvania produces 400-500 million pounds of apples per year!<\/li>\n<li>There are 7,500 varieties of apples throughout the world, and over 2,500 varieties in the United States<\/li>\n<li>Apples grow on trees, and take about 4-5 years to fruit<\/li>\n<li>The Honeycrisp apple was developed in Minnesota and is their official state fruit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Star Nutrition<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dietary fiber<\/strong>: one apple has about 3-4 grams of dietary fiber. Apples have both insoluble and and soluble fiber. The pectin fiber (soluble) is particularly beneficial for promoting healthy gut microbes. Dietary fiber is beneficial for several aspects of health, including heart health, weight management, digestion, blood sugar stability, and bowel regularity. The American Institute for Cancer (AICR) recommends aiming for 30 grams of fiber per day.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vitamin C<\/strong>: apples are a good source of vitamin C (14% of the daily value for one medium apple), a water-soluble vitamin important for immune function, collagen production, iron absorption.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Phytonutrients<\/strong>: apples contain flavonoids, a phytonutrient that has anti-inflammatory properties, working to protect cellular health from free radical damage<\/li>\n<li>AICR lists apples on their \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aicr.org\/cancer-prevention\/food-facts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">foods that fight cancer<\/a>\u201d list!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Recipes and Ideas<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Pair apple slices and peanut butter for a satisfying snack (think fiber, protein, fat!)<\/li>\n<li>Make an apple sandwich for a tasty, creative snack \u2013 core the apple and slice into rounds, top with nut butter, raisins, granola<\/li>\n<li>Add chopped apple to oatmeal, yogurt, salads<\/li>\n<li>Grated or diced apples are a nice addition to chicken and tuna salad, coleslaw<\/li>\n<li>Try baked apples as a delicious dessert on a cool, fall night<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Speaking of baked apples on a fall night \u2013 check out this recipe: Apple Crisp Stuffed Baked Apples via Plant-Based RD blog <a href=\"https:\/\/plantbasedrdblog.com\/2021\/09\/apple-crisp-stuffed-baked-apples\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/plantbasedrdblog.com\/2021\/09\/apple-crisp-stuffed-baked-apples<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Looking for some crunch? Try this: Brussel Sprout Apple Slaw via AICR: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aicr.org\/cancer-prevention\/recipes\/brussels-sprout-slaw-with-cranberries-and-walnuts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.aicr.org\/cancer-prevention\/recipes\/brussels-sprout-slaw-with-cranberries-and-walnuts\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Prefer to blend and love apple pie? Check it out \u2013 Apple Pie Smoothie via Cook for Your Life: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cookforyourlife.org\/recipes\/apple-pie-smoothie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.cookforyourlife.org\/recipes\/apple-pie-smoothie\/<\/a> &nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>Quick Tips<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Store apples in the refrigerator to extend the shelf life which can be up to 6 weeks! Look out for any bruises or molds, which are signs of spoilage.<\/li>\n<li>The skin holds much of the fiber and flavonoids, so keep the apple intact for these extra benefits.<\/li>\n<li>While apple juice does have some nutritional benefit, apple juice lacks dietary fiber. Looking to increase your fiber? Go for the whole apple!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>References<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/extension.psu.edu\/apple-production\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/extension.psu.edu\/apple-production<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/web.extension.illinois.edu\/apples\/facts.cfm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/web.extension.illinois.edu\/apples\/facts.cfm<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sos.state.mn.us\/about-minnesota\/state-symbols\/state-fruit-honeycrisp-apple\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.sos.state.mn.us\/about-minnesota\/state-symbols\/state-fruit-honeycrisp-apple\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aicr.org\/cancer-prevention\/food-facts\/apples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apples: Linked with Lower Risk of (ER-) Breast Cancer \u2013 American Institute for Cancer Research (aicr.org)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.todaysdietitian.com\/newarchives\/0919p46.shtml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CPE Monthly: Health Benefits of Apples \u2013 Today\u2019s Dietitian Magazine (todaysdietitian.com)<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aicr.org\/cancer-prevention\/food-facts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.aicr.org\/cancer-prevention\/food-facts\/<\/a><\/p>\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\">\n<p>Caroline Meehan is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at Penn Medicine\u2019s Abramson Cancer Center with six years of experience in cancer care and medical nutrition therapy. Caroline enjoys writing, reading, and talking about all things nutrition, whether it be debunking diet fads, or discussing the latest in nutrition science. In her free time, Caroline is typically cooking or baking, and spending time outside, exploring Philadelphia and beyond.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.oncolink.org\/2021\/10\/apple-season-is-here\/\">Source<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hello and welcome Fall, it\u2019s nice to see you again! This time of year brings a bounty of delicious produce and today\u2019s feature is all about a fall favorite: apples \u2013 a versatile and nutritious fruit! Let\u2019s take a look: Fun and Fast Facts Did you know? 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