It is very well advocated and know by almost every human being that an apple a day keeps the doctor away. What does this actually imply ?
In lay man terms this generally means that apple is a fruit that if consumed on a daily basis can prevent us from getting sick occasionally which would relate to fewer doctor visits. (If necessary at all)
Moreover apple also has some very interesting facts that must be understood so as to let a better understanding as to why a person who is doing strength workouts can also benefit from this food.
Apple is regarded as a LOW GI (Glycemic Index) food which implies that it does not affects the blood sugar levels too much on being ingested. Due to this reason this can be readily consumed by persons having TYPE II Diabetes .
If we go on looking for the workout benefits then apple is a very good pre-workout food as it supplies the body with a constant source of energy (due to its slow digestion rate) and this would result in a good pre-workout diet. Also due to negligible change in the blood sugar levels of the body, apple consumption is considered way better than those foods that change the blood sugar levels as the latter can result in a YO-YO effect which would ruin the whole workout. People experiencing this would feel a lot of energy initially and as the workout progresses, there would a peak in the workout performance followed by an immediate drop and this would continue for a considerable amount of time.
Hence foods with Moderate to High GI values are strictly prohibited as a pre-workout meal and only the Low GI foods are preached to be consumed before.
Eating an apple before the workout boosts exercise endurance. Apples deliver an antioxidant known as quercetin, which aids aerobic endurance by making oxygen more available to the lungs.
Apples are also used in medicinal purpose.
Apples are used to control and cure diarrhoea or constipation; and for the softening, and collection of gallstones. These are also used to prevent cancer, especially lung cancer. Some people also use apples for cleaning their teeth.
How does it work?
Apples contain pectin, which bulk up the stools to cure diarrhoea and constipation. Apples also contain some chemicals that may be able to kill bacteria. Apple peel have a chemical called ursolic acid which is thought to have a role in building muscle and metabolism.
The actual doses of apple depends on various factors such as the user’s age, health, e.t.c. One should always keep this in mind that natural foods are not always necessarily safe and dosages can be important. Always be sure to follow suggested directions on food labels and consult your pharmacist or physician or any other healthcare professional before using.
