We all know that fruits and vegetables are good for us, but the more scientists study their effects, the more we realize how true this is.
The American Dietetic Association has issued a statement that the fiber found in apples may aid in the prevention of colon cancer.
In addition, researchers believe that apples are full of quercetin. Quercetin is an antioxidant thought to protect cells from free radicals. Antioxidants have gained much recognition in the last few decades as a natural compound in the fight against cancer.
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