Many people peel their apples, preferring the smoother texture or simply out of habit. Yet, for maximum nutritional value, experts recommend keeping the peel intact.
1. The skin contains the most fiber
A medium-sized apple delivers about 4.4 grams of fiber. Peel it off, and you're down to just 2.1 grams.
2. The peel is packed with vitamins
Much of the vitamins A and C are concentrated right in the peel.
3. The peel promotes fresher breath
Apples naturally combat bad breath—but only with the peel. Vitamin C and quercetin, primarily found there, help neutralize odors.
Next time, skip the peeling and savor the full benefits.
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Source: Huffington Post | Image: Shutterstock
