Apples are in season from late August through October, so it’s prime picking time for you!
One medium-sized apples has just 95 calories and provides almost 20 percent of your daily fiber needs, according to Runner’s World magazine. Research has also shown that apple peels are rich in quercetin, a flavonoid linked with reducing the risk of cancer, asthma and diabetes. Another study suggests apples may also improve immunity to upper-respiratory-tract infections in endurance athletes! Plus, for you Zoners, apples have a low glycemic load compared to other fruits.
When choosing apples, pick ones that look vibrant, apple growers say. Dull, waxy-looking skin means the apple was in cold storage too long. To help apples stay fresh longer, keep them in your fridge. Tart varieties las several months, while sweet kinds should be consumed within a few weeks.
How do you like your apples?
Boot campers! The perfect midday snack for you is an apple with a piece of string cheese. Quick and easy to pack, yet filling enough to hold you over til dinner.
