Apples, a superfood in disguise?

Most of us have heard it. The produce section is the healthiest section of the grocery store. When you ask the average person "Think of a random fruit," most people will say one of these three: apples, oranges, or bananas. Well I'm going to be talking about one of those today: Apples. A fruit that frankly, doesn't get as much credit as it deserves. Here's some of the (fabulous) nutrition facts about apples.

Apples are high in fiber and very low in fat, making them a fat burning food my nature.

Apples are very water dense, making them a filling snack (or meal, but you have to eat a lot).

With a glycemic load of 3, its a great food for anyone watching their GI. 

Apples are 95% carbs, 3% fat, and 2% fat making them a perfect food for raw foodies and omnivores alike.

Apples are high in essential amino acids (yes, even though they're low in protein!).

With over 7,500 varieties of apples available worldwide, its impossible to get bored. 

Of course there's many more amazing things about apples that are out there. In general, apples are a fabulous food for anything. add them to fruit salads, eat them as a snack, or anything else your heart desires. My personal favorite way to eat this amazing fruit is with a fabulous date dip. It's chips and dip, raw vegan style!

Here's the recipe:

Cinnamon vanilla date dip:

1cup chopped dates

1tsp organic vanilla

1tsp cinnamon

1/4 cup water

blend in a high speed blender for a smoother texture, or pulse in a food processor for a chunkier texture. Chop up apples and enjoy!!

Much love,

Riley