In the UK we eat an average of just two and a half portions of fruit a day, less than any other European country. But apples can come to the rescue. By using them generously, raw, stewed, in a crumble or pie or even in ice-cream, we can quickly increase children's fruit intake.
And now is a good time to start! Summer fruits are finishing and English apples are just coming in, notably 'real' Coxes, reputedly the best apples in the world.
Nutritional value
Nutrient levels in apples are moderate, but the range is wide. Apples are an excellent source of antioxidants and phytochemicals, including flavonoids and phenols.
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