Apple Benefits & Nutrition
Apple benefits: nutrition per 100 g (52 kcal, 2.4 g fibre), how much to eat a day, who should be careful and the best season in India. Also called Seb.
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Seb · Fruits
- 52 kcalenergy
- 0.3 gprotein
- 2.4 gfibre
- Aug–Nov (Himachal & Kashmir harvest); stored year-roundbest season in India
Per 100 g (raw, with skin) 🟢 In season now
Health benefits of apple
- Is a source of fibre, including pectin, which may support digestion and help you feel full.
- Contains polyphenols, mostly in the skin.
- A crunchy, portable low-calorie snack.
- Regular fruit and vegetable intake is linked with better heart health.
How to eat it
Eat whole with the skin, slice with peanut butter, or grate into oats.
How much a day: 1 medium apple a day.
Who should be careful
- Wash well; peel if you cannot wash it properly.
- Do not eat the seeds in quantity — they contain amygdalin.
Best season in India
Aug–Nov (Himachal & Kashmir harvest); stored year-round. See the month-by-month seasonal chart →
Frequently asked questions
What are the health benefits of apple?
Is a source of fibre, including pectin, which may support digestion and help you feel full. Contains polyphenols, mostly in the skin. A crunchy, portable low-calorie snack.
How much apple can I have a day?
1 medium apple a day. Eat whole with the skin, slice with peanut butter, or grate into oats.
Who should be careful with apple?
Wash well; peel if you cannot wash it properly. Do not eat the seeds in quantity — they contain amygdalin.
When is apple in season in India?
Aug–Nov (Himachal & Kashmir harvest); stored year-round.
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