Tag Search - "Apples"

Featured: Tropical or temperate? Type of fruit matters

Temperate fruit could be healthier than tropical varieties because of differences in nutritional composition and glycaemic index, according to a new study examining links between types of fruit and diabetes risk.

Posted on Tue, 4 Feb 14

An apple a day vs. a statin a day

A scientific comparison of advice to eat an apple a day vs. taking a statin a day has sparked a serious question; should we be medicating people with fruit instead of drugs?

Posted on Wed, 12 May 10

A fruitful way to lose weight

An apple, or three, a day may be a safe, cheap way to lose excess weight. A number of studies suggest that enjoying an apple before a meal will help you feel more satisfied and eat less without even thinking about it.