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Anti-InflammatoryScore: 3/10
Apple
3/10
Inflammation
Anti-Inflammatory
Category
1 medium apple (182g)
Serving size
5
Key nutrients
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Apples contain quercetin and other polyphenols with anti-inflammatory properties. The skin contains the highest concentration of antioxidants, so eat the whole fruit.
Quick facts
- Inflammation
- 3/10
- Category
- Anti-Inflammatory
- Serving size
- 1 medium apple (182g)
Key nutrients
QuercetinFiberVitamin CPotassiumPolyphenols
Tips
Eat the skin — that is where most antioxidants are. Buy organic when possible. Pair with almond butter for a balanced snack. Green apples tend to be lower in sugar.
Benefits
- Contains quercetin, a potent anti-inflammatory
- Good source of fiber (especially pectin)
- Polyphenols support gut microbiome
- Low calorie, satisfying snack
- May help regulate blood sugar
Concerns
- High pesticide residue in conventional (buy organic)
- Sugar content higher than some fruits
- Seeds contain trace amounts of cyanide (harmless in normal amounts)
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