WHY SHOULD YOU EAT

Apples

"An apple a day will keep the doctor", away may have some truth to it. They are rich in potassium and some vitamin C but the most important benefit may be the high levels of various plant chemicals including the flavonoid quercetin. This anti inflammatory agent also is an anticancer agent. They are also loaded with pectin a soluble fiber known for lowering bad cholesterol and helping in prevention of colon cancer. Research has shown that adults who regularly eat apples have smaller waistlines, less abdominal fat, and lower blood pressure than those who do not. Apples are virtually fat free.

• Flavonoids for healthy heart and lungs.
• Low in calories and low on the glycemic index
• Rich in Pectin which can improve blood lipids and lower bad cholesterol
• High in Potassium which can prevent fluid retention.

Stuffed Baked Apples

Preparation

• 2 1/2 heaping tbsp of blanched almonds
• 1/3 cup of plumped dried apricots
• 1 piece of preserved ginger drained
• 1 tbsp of honey
• 1 tbsp syrup from the preserved ginger jar.
• 1 tsp of cinnamon

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2. Use a sharp knife or food processor to chop the almonds, apricots, and ginger finely and set to the side.
3. Place the honey and syrup in a sauce pan and heat slowly until the honey is melted. Add the cinnamon and gently cook for one minute. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the apricots, almonds and ginger.
4. Core the apples and widen the top slightly and scone horizontally around the circumference of each to prevent the skin from bursting while cooking.
5. Place the apples in a ovenproof dish and fill the cavities with the contents of the saucepan. Pour just enough water to cover the bottom 1/3 of the apples.
6. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes and serve immediately.

I hope you enjoy this wonderfully tasty recipe in good health. It is rich in vitamins and fiber and will provide with sustainable energy You may want to substitute dried peaches for the apricots and walnuts for the almonds. Either way I guarantee you will enjoy this as the mixture of texture and, taste. The sweetness of the honey, tartness of the green apple and pungent flavors of the cinnamon and ginger will tease your taste buds and enrich your health.

Once you finish eating this heart healthy morsel you know what to do don't you. Yeah it the same mantra everyday, Get UP Get Moving, Get Well cause....

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