Health Benefits of Apples for Children

Sep 2, 2022

Apples are among the most popular fruits in the world, and they are beneficial for children and toddlers. Apples come in various colors but the most popular colors are green and red. As a parent, all you can ever wish for is for your child to be in good health, and to do so you should start by including apples in your child’s daily diet. There is a popular saying that says, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away”. This saying is very true and below are some reasons why your child needs to have at least three apples a week. RELATED: Health Benefits of Apple

Health benefits of apples for children

1. Apples are rich in carbohydrates

Children need to have energy each day to keep them strong for the many activities they do during the day. Apples contain carbohydrates which help give children the energy they need throughout the day.

2. Apples improve digestion

As a parent, seeing your child either being constipated or having diarrhea can be very disturbing. It is good to note that, apples contain a soluble fiber called pectin that helps in preventing diarrhea and other digestive issues in children. Also, apples contain a soluble fiber called pectin which helps in preventing diarrhea and other digestive issues in children.

3. Apples Boost brain power

apples contain a flavonoid called Quercetin which helps keep the child’s brain cells healthy and increases their memory. When children eat apples as they grow, it helps prevent illnesses like dementia.

4. Apples contain many vitamins

Apple is a fruit that is rich in vitamins and nutrients. These fruits contain, Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, and Vitamin C. It equally contains calcium, iron, and iodine.

5. Apples keep the bones healthy

apples contain calcium and magnesium which are very important nutrients for the bones. Letting your child eat apples frequently will enable them to have stronger and healthier bones.

As a parent make it a duty for your child to have at least three apples a week because it is important for their growth. If your child doesn’t have teeth to chew then you can blend the apple into a paste and feed them with it.

34 Comments

Agnes Bih on September 2, 2022 at 3:01 am

Wow interesting, thanks
Brenda on September 2, 2022 at 6:18 am

Thanks ooh sis❤️❤️
Bekoh queen on September 2, 2022 at 6:22 am

Thanks my best fruits ,
Bonaventure Nchombeh on September 2, 2022 at 7:37 am

Hi!
Thank you very much these daily health benefits.
But I’ve some doubts about some of these fruits especially apples. could someone experiencing blood sugar fluctuations eats apples..?
Ijeh E on September 2, 2022 at 7:17 pm

Sure
Ijeh E on September 2, 2022 at 7:18 pm

Great
Mildretesih on October 22, 2022 at 2:23 am

Thanks doc for sharing. With the knowledge we learned here every day, our health is sure
Leniter Afumbom on October 22, 2022 at 2:49 am

Waoooo this is so interesting. Na just say ei expensive small for here.
My best points are it boost the brains power and keeps the one healthy. Thank you for this knowledge you sharing with us everyday mummy .may God bless you abundantly 🙏 🙏
Asenkan Rosette on October 22, 2022 at 3:24 am

Thanks for letting me know Dr, i will try even if it is the one for 200 i will try and for the kids
Herodia Tanya on October 22, 2022 at 3:56 am

Learning everyday wow thank you for sharing Dr
Ngum frankline on October 22, 2022 at 4:26 am

Thank you very much I really Lean alot here ma
Ndzi Blessing on October 22, 2022 at 5:09 am

Waooo very interesting
ANNETTE NCHIE on October 22, 2022 at 5:19 am

Thank you ma’am 😘💕
Endum Venessia on October 22, 2022 at 5:40 am

Thank you very much Doc❤️
Chia Odette on October 22, 2022 at 5:42 am

Thank you Dr
Dzelamonyuy Nafisatu yenven on October 22, 2022 at 5:42 am

Outstanding facts. Thanks mom
Kofon Beatrice on October 22, 2022 at 5:48 am

I see why pediatrics always tells us to give apples to our children. Thank you Dr
Wutoh Honorine Teneng on October 22, 2022 at 5:57 am

Thanks ma
Wilfred on October 22, 2022 at 6:45 am

Thanks for sharing doc ❤️❤️
Njobe Delbis on October 22, 2022 at 6:46 am

Wow great, my babies eat apples atleast 4 times a week, with 150frs you can afford it.give your children 🍎
Sangnyuy Marinette on October 22, 2022 at 6:58 am

Thank you mummy
Lovelyn njia on October 22, 2022 at 7:41 am

Thanks for sharing mum
Zena veggies on October 22, 2022 at 8:06 am

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Anshi Carine Berinyuy on October 22, 2022 at 9:15 am

Amazing
Thank you doctor ❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰🥰
Muke Emmillienne on October 22, 2022 at 10:26 am

Tank u Doc♥️
beryrl precious Landoh on October 22, 2022 at 12:33 pm

thanks for this information.. I will make my possible best to give to my child even trice per week
Claudine bekoh on October 22, 2022 at 4:26 pm

My best fruit, Thanks
Prophet Ab Leonel on October 22, 2022 at 6:29 pm

Thank you so much for this
Desmond Tasiki on October 22, 2022 at 7:02 pm

Thanks mom
Bihnoella thankui mama on October 22, 2022 at 8:32 pm

Thanks alot for this mom
Cheche Rose on October 23, 2022 at 6:01 am

WOW thanks for this mummy ❤️❤️❤️
Best Mirabel on October 23, 2022 at 6:42 am

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Lynda Ngoinseh on October 25, 2022 at 8:12 am

Waoooh waoh.

I’m one of those eating fruits without know the benefits. All by your teachings I now know the benefits. Thank you
Ndichia Shansline on October 26, 2022 at 9:59 pm

Thanks for this ma, I will buy it