Fruits are low in calories and fat. They are a source of simple sugars, fiber and vitamins, which are essential for optimizing our health. Replacing high calorie, low energy and poor nutritional snacks with fresh fruit is great for your health. They say; "An apple a day keeps the doctor away!"
Apples in particular are a great snack choice because they are readily available year round. They are easy to carry and wash. Apples don't need to be refrigerated and are not messy to eat. The average apple is less than 100 calories containing several vitamins; C, B and complex vitamins, as well as antioxidants, and traces of minerals like potassium and calcium. Apple are delicious and crunchy! Also keep in mind that apples should be organic because they are doused with chemicals and pesticides.
Some food for thought; A bagel a day replaced by an apple a day would reap great health benefits and likely weight loss! Start losing inches today by replacing an unhealthy snack with an apple a day!
