Apples are one of the most widely cultivated tree fruits. They're favored for their flavor, health and nutrition benefits, and versatility. Apples can be canned, juiced, fermented and distilled. They're also the primary ingredient in many popular desserts including apple pies, cobblers, and cakes. Puréed apples are known to us as applesauce. Apples are also used to make apple butter and jelly. Apples are also added to many meat dishes around the world to add flavor.
There's an old saying that an apple a day keeps the doctor away and research indicates that apples have many health befits. While they have less vitamin C than many they are rich in fiber which may reduce the risk of colon cancer be helping to regulate bowel movements. The fiber in apples may also help to control cholesterol by preventing reabsorbtion. Apples are also a popular snack for anyone trying to lose weight.