by Megan Heimer

(NaturalNews) One might be quick to dismiss the age-old saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” as a mere attempt to get children to eat their fruits and vegetables, but what if this simple fruit really can prevent that trip to the doctor’s office?

Apples have been consumed since ancient times, especially by the Greeks and Romans who recognized the healing benefits of this often overlooked fruit. Only recently have Americans begun to give this fruit a second look on the supermarket shelves, and new research suggests they should! Jam-packed full of nutrients, the apple contains rich sources of vitamin C, dietar0y fiber, beta-carotene, flavonoids, phytosterols, antioxidants, and a wide range of vitamins, minerals, and amino acids – all ingredients the body needs for healing.

Surprisingly, the apple has been extensively researched and is known to produce a wide array of health benefits including the following:

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