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An Apple a day keeps the Doctor away.

What is special about the fruit, the apple? Why is it said that the apple keeps the doctor away? Why is no other fruit mentioned in a proverb? The answers are very simple. The apple has the most nutritional value amongst all fruits.

A medium sized apple gives 80 calories and makes a good snack. It contains absolutely no fat. It also helps reduce the risk of some cancers. Because it is low in sodium content, it reduces the risk of high blood pressure and heart disease. The apple has a substance that can reduce bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol in our body. It is also rich in Vitamin A, which strengthens our vision. Apple also contain Vitamin C that boosts the immune system in the body. Research shows that people who eat five apples or more per week have fewer respiratory problems, including asthma.

After eating any kind of food, eat an apple. An apple is a natural toothbrush. It prevents tooth decay by killing 80% of the bacteria in the teeth. Thus, this proverb reminds us of the role of diet in warding off diseases - and how it saves us the trouble of visiting the doctor.

The proverb highlights the importance of healthy eating habits.

Apples are packed with essential vitamins and nutrients.

Its low sodium and beneficial substances support heart health.

Vitamins A and C in apples strengthen vision and the immune system.

Regular consumption is linked to better lung health.

It helps clean teeth and kill harmful bacteria after a meal.

A good diet is the first step in preventing diseases.

Difficult Words and Their Meanings

Proverb

A short, well-known saying that states a general truth or piece of advice.

Nutritional Value

How good a food is for your body, based on its vitamins, minerals, and energy.

Calories

A unit of energy that your body gets from food.

Sodium

A mineral found in salt; too much can lead to health problems like high blood pressure.

Cholesterol

A fatty substance in your blood. There is "good" and "bad" cholesterol; too much "bad" is unhealthy.

Vision

The ability to see; eyesight.

Immune System

The body's defense system that fights off infections and diseases.

Respiratory Problems

Health issues related to breathing and the lungs, such as coughing or difficulty breathing.

Asthma

A medical condition that makes breathing difficult by causing the airways to the lungs to become narrow.

Tooth Decay

The process of teeth getting damaged and developing cavities (holes).

Warding Off

To prevent something, like an illness, from happening or affecting you.

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