Maximize your apple's benefits — Ideal time to enjoy them
The best time to eat apples has been revealed (photo: Freepik)
It turns out that the time you eat apples can determine how beneficial they are for your health. The best time to eat this fruit is in the morning or early in the day, reports Eating Well.
When is the best time to eat apples
The morning can be an ideal time to get the most benefit from the fiber in apples. Whether you add a few slices to your breakfast oatmeal or snack on an apple mid-morning, it can help support proper digestion, improve blood sugar levels, and keep you feeling full.
Benefits of eating apples in the morning
Supports digestive health
According to Frontiersin, eating a fiber-rich apple at the start of the day can benefit the gastrointestinal tract.
Apples contain two types of fiber that help maintain regular bowel movements. Insoluble fiber adds bulk to stool and stimulates its passage, while soluble fiber forms a gel that eases bowel movements.
Apple pectin also nourishes beneficial gut bacteria, helping to maintain gut health and potentially preventing constipation over time.
Helps balance blood sugar
Foods journal notes that sweet apples can cause a rapid rise in blood sugar. However, eating an apple in the morning can help maintain more stable blood sugar levels throughout the day.
Pectin slows digestion, allowing food to pass through the gut more slowly. This not only prolongs satiety but also prevents undesirable spikes in blood sugar.
Regular consumption of low-glycemic fruits, such as apples, grapes, and blueberries, is linked to a reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Prolonged feeling of fullness
Apples are packed with nutrients that help control weight. Because fiber promotes satiety, you naturally eat less overall.
For those aiming to lose weight, eating a whole apple 10-15 minutes before a meal can maximize this satiety effect.
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