An Apple a Day or an Aspirin or a Niacin Pill: benefits of an apple a day

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Here is a mailing about the benefits of an apple a day which I received from Emazing.com:

A study presented in the journal Thorax in January 2000 found that an apple a day (at least five per week) led to better lungs, with those who typically ate that many apples able to exhale more air from their lungs than the group that didn't eat the apples. The study covered a five-year period and 2,500 subjects and found that an antioxidant flavonoid could be the mitigating factor. If that isn't enough of a reason to eat apples, consider these factors.

- The flesh of an apple is a good source of soluble fiber, which can help lower cholesterol levels and regulate blood sugar levels.
- The antioxidants in apples can keep cells from becoming damaged or mutating.
- Apples are a natural toothbrush, stimulating your gums and helping to produce saliva.
- They just taste great, so buy a bag and start eating healthier. (Carla Joy)

-- posted by biogardener