So it seems there is truth in the saying ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’.

We know that the skin of apples is rich in fibre and flavonoids (a beneficial compound) and research has shown that apples feed the good bacteria in your gut and help stop sugary cravings. 

Flavonoids from fruit can increase the production of a molecule in our body called nitric oxide that regulates blood pressure and maintains blood vessel health. 

Most of an apple’s flavonoids can be found in or just under the skin so ideally you should eat your apples unpeeled to gain the maximum benefits.