Apples carry many health benefits

By WNYT

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Now that fall is here, it’s a great time to go apple picking.

While it can be a fun way to spend time with friends and family, the popular fruit also offers a lot of health benefits.

Apples are low in sugar and their skin is high in fiber. 

They may also help decrease the risk for diabetes. 

Apples can also lower cholesterol and reduce blood pressure.

Now that fall is here, it's a great time to go apple picking. While it can be a fun way to spend time with friends and family, the popular fruit also offers a lot of health benefits.

You can also add apples to oatmeal or salad to give it an extra nutritional boost.