{"id":1970,"date":"2024-10-11T10:21:09","date_gmt":"2024-10-11T14:21:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rougemontcanada.ca\/?p=1970"},"modified":"2024-10-17T10:36:04","modified_gmt":"2024-10-17T14:36:04","slug":"benefits-and-nutritional-value-of-apples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/news\/benefits-and-nutritional-value-of-apples\/","title":{"rendered":"Daily benefits and nutritional value of apples"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/bienfaits-et-valeur-nutritive-de-la-pomme.png\" alt=\"deux enfants croquant dans une pomme rouge\" class=\"wp-image-1964\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/bienfaits-et-valeur-nutritive-de-la-pomme.png 1000w, https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/bienfaits-et-valeur-nutritive-de-la-pomme-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/bienfaits-et-valeur-nutritive-de-la-pomme-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apples, with their vibrant variety of colours and flavours, are among the most popular fruits around the world. Cherished for their delicious taste, they are also a valuable source of essential nutrients that contribute to overall well-being. Whether you\u2019re a child or an adult, it\u2019s hard to resist this versatile fruit, perfect for countless recipes. Let\u2019s take a closer look at the benefits and nutritional values of apples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>An overview of apple benefits<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apples are widely recognised for their potential health benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rich in dietary fibre<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Good sources of vitamins, particularly vitamin C<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contain antioxidants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide a moderate amount of calories and natural sugars<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The well-known saying \u201cAn apple a day keeps the doctor away\u201d reflects the idea that this fruit can be part of a healthy, balanced diet. Although no single food can guarantee perfect health, apples, thanks to their nutritional composition, can certainly be a valuable part of a healthy lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><em><strong>Source:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.passeportsante.net\/fr\/Nutrition\/EncyclopedieAliments\/Fiche.aspx?doc=pomme_nu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The apple: everything about this versatile fruit<\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Nutritional value of apple<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is an overview of the average nutritional values \u200b\u200bof a medium-sized apple with its peel (about 138 g) according to Health Canada:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Nutrients<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>Quantity for a medium apple with peel, 7 cm in diameter (138 g)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Energy (Kcal)<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>72<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fats (lipids)<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>0 g<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Proteins<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>0 g<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Carbohydrates<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>19 g<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sugars<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>14 g<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Fibres<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>2.6 g<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Vitamins and minerals<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-left\" data-align=\"left\"><strong>A, C, Potassium, Copper, Antioxidants<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/content\/dam\/hc-sc\/migration\/hc-sc\/fn-an\/alt_formats\/pdf\/nutrition\/fiche-nutri-data\/nvscf-vnqau-fra.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>Source<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tips for enjoying apples<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Snacks <\/strong>: Apples are a great snack option for both children and adults. They can be eaten alone or with nut butter for an extra boost of protein.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cooking ingredient<\/strong> : Incorporate apples into salads, desserts, or cooked dishes to add natural sweetness and a crunchy texture. For more ideas, check out the variety of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/recipes\/\">recipes<\/a> <\/strong>available on our site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Juices and Smoothies<\/strong> : Apples can be blended into juices or smoothies for a refreshing drink. Our selection of <a href=\"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/recipes\/?_recipe_types=drinks\"><strong>beverage recipes<\/strong><\/a> can inspire you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Storage <\/strong>: To maintain their freshness, keep apples in a cool, dry place. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Apples are not only delicious, but they also add significant value to your daily diet. By incorporating apples into your meals and snacks, you can enjoy their benefits while savouring their refreshing taste. At Rougemont, we are proud of our commitment to quality and our Quebec heritage. To learn more about apple varieties and their history, check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/apple-guide\/\"><strong>apple guide<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>Sources:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-small-font-size\">\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.noovomoi.ca\/cuisiner\/aliments\/pomme.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pomme : valeur nutritive, bienfaits sur la sant\u00e9, id\u00e9es de recettes\u00a0<\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.passeportsante.net\/fr\/Nutrition\/EncyclopedieAliments\/Fiche.aspx?doc=pomme_nu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The apple: everything about this versatile fruit<\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canada.ca\/content\/dam\/hc-sc\/migration\/hc-sc\/fn-an\/alt_formats\/pdf\/nutrition\/fiche-nutri-data\/nvscf-vnqau-fra.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nutritional value of some common foods<\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Apples, with their vibrant variety of colours and flavours, are among the most popular fruits around the world. Cherished for their delicious taste, they are also a valuable source of essential nutrients that contribute to overall well-being. Whether you\u2019re a child or an adult, it\u2019s hard to resist this versatile fruit, perfect for countless recipes. &hellip; <a href=\"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/news\/benefits-and-nutritional-value-of-apples\/\">Continued<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":1964,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_relevanssi_hide_post":"","_relevanssi_hide_content":"","_relevanssi_pin_for_all":"","_relevanssi_pin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_unpin_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_keywords":"","_relevanssi_related_include_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_exclude_ids":"","_relevanssi_related_no_append":"","_relevanssi_related_not_related":"","_relevanssi_related_posts":"1775,1959,1803,1902,1790,457","_relevanssi_noindex_reason":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[20],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1970","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-our-apples"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1970","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/17"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1970"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1970\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1995,"href":"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1970\/revisions\/1995"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1964"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1970"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1970"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging-rougemont.lassonde.net\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1970"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}