One of the most popular types of fruit puree in our diet is apple puree. This sweet and sour dish is loved by both children and adults. In the article we will talk about the benefits of using an apple-based product for the body of people of different ages and health conditions, as well as its possible contraindications.

The chemical composition of an apple

Did you know? Steve Jobs, a well-known IT inventor, loved a fruit-based diet, the main part of which was apples. And he named the corporation for the production of personal computers in honor of his favorite fruit - Apple (apple).

Immediately after being removed from the tree, apples contain more vitamins (by 250%) than fruits that have lain for some time in storage. In the tables we present the average indicators of the content of some nutrients in apple fruits.

Nutrients (per 100 g of product):

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Macronutrients (per 100 g of product):

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Trace elements (per 100 g of product):

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Vitamins (per 100 g of product):

Apples also contain organic acids (malic, citric, tartaric, chlorogenic, ursolic) and essential fatty acids (propionic, valeric, acetic, isobutyric), necessary for the regulation of metabolic processes.

How many calories are in applesauce?

To see how the calories change in 100 g of applesauce with the addition of sugar, you can pay attention to the table below:

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The table shows that with the addition of sugar, the calorie content of the dish and its carbohydrate level increase significantly, so people who choose a low-carb diet need to take these changes into account.

Health Benefits of Applesauce

The described delicacy of apples brings significant benefits, since it contains a huge vitamin and mineral complex, as well as pectins, which makes it an indispensable product for the nutrition of every person of any age.

children

Pediatricians around the world consider applesauce to be an ideal product in the children's diet.

• The reasons for this are the following factors:
• apples almost do not cause allergic reactions;
• fruits contain a large vitamin and mineral complex;
• pectins in the composition of apples improve the functioning of the children's digestive tract;
• the product causes an improvement in appetite;
• increased resistance to viruses;
• normalize blood sugar levels.

Important!If you buy applesauce for your child in a retail network, carefully study its ingredients: the presence of extraneous additives (sugar, cream, etc.) can cause unwanted reactions in the child's body, as well as allergies.

adults

Thanks to its structure and sweetness, natural fibers and vitamin C, applesauce is also a healthy food for an adult (if prepared with the skin of the fruit and without added sugar).

Video: sugar-free applesauce with lemon

• Here are some indicators of the positive effect of an apple product on the body:
• liver cleansing;
• choleretic properties;
• diuretic effect;
• flavonoids in the composition reduce inflammation, reduce excessive production of fat cells in the liver;
• acceleration of metabolism;
• cleaning vessels from cholesterol plaques;
• harmful salts and toxins are removed;
• strengthening of immune forces;
• improvement of visual functions;
• giving elasticity to the skin;
• mild sedative;
• pressure normalization;
• strengthening the heart and vascular system;
• purgation;
• improved digestion;
• participation in the process of hematopoiesis;
• improvement of blood composition;
• prevention of lung cancer;
• reducing the risk of metabolic syndromes (metabolic, hormonal and clinical disorders occurring against the background of obesity);
• reduces the risk of developing asthma.

pregnant

• The following properties of the described fruit product will be beneficial for the health of pregnant women and babies developing in their womb:
• vitamin A stabilizes metabolic functions and affects the formation of bone and dental tissues, favorably affects cell division, slows down wear and tear of the body and improves immunity;
• prevention and slowing down the growth of oncological formations in the mammary glands;
• vitamin B1 in the organisms of mother and child is responsible for the regulation of carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism, affects the speed of nerve impulses in the synapses of the brain;
• vitamin B12 promotes hematopoiesis, prevents nervous disorders and overexcitation of the nervous system;
• vitamins PP and B3 have a positive effect on the vascular system and help get rid of headaches;
• vitamin C helps maintain the mother's immunity at the proper level;
• minimizing the risks of developing asthmatic reactions in the future newborn, diseases of the heart and blood vessels, the risk of developing eczema.

When losing weight

With the help of an apple-based dish (without added sugar), you can fight excess weight by eating this product regularly, and also reduce the amount of abdominal fat deposits, since fruit pectin can suppress appetite and reduce the percentage of sugar in the bloodstream.

Video: homemade applesauce

Harm and contraindications

Sometimes eating a fruit dish can have negative consequences and contraindications.

• This happens in the following cases:
• with increased acidity of the stomach;
• if there is an individual intolerance to the product;
• abuse of the dish can cause colitis;
• the occurrence of an allergic reaction to the fruits of red color;
• apples can cause constipation in some people;
• cooking dishes from low-quality fruits;
• Adding large amounts of sugar can adversely affect the weight and health of diabetic patients.

Important!Apples may contain pesticides, so ask sellers for a certificate of conformity before buying fruits to make sure they are safe for health.

How to choose applesauce?

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When buying applesauce, be guided by the following criteria:

1. Dessert from the fruits in question is sold packaged in glass and cardboard containers - both of them have advantages and disadvantages. Glass containers are more environmentally friendly, but if the product is exposed to light, color and taste may change in it, as a result of which its usefulness will be lost. In a cardboard container, the product is better protected from exposure to light.
2. Fruit puree bought for a child should not contain preservatives, additives, including starch and sugar (this does not apply to ascorbic acid).
3. On the labels of canned products, the expiration date must be indicated.
4. If this product is intended to be fed to children, the age of the child allowed for consumption must be indicated on the container.
5. When opening the cans, a characteristic pop should be heard.
6. The contents of the jar should be uniform.

How long can applesauce be stored?

Some tips for storing the described apple dessert:

1. Unopened packages are stored in dark, cool rooms (in a closet) or at room temperature not higher than +25°C (in a dark place).
2. The opened glass container is covered with a polyethylene lid and placed in the refrigerator for a period of not more than a day.
3. If the puree is packaged in a metal container, after opening the contents must be transferred to a glass dish, covered with a lid and also stored in the refrigerator for no more than a day.
4. You can increase the shelf life of finished products if you transfer them to small sterilized glass containers, cover with cling film and send to the freezer (at -18 ° C, such a product can be stored for up to 3 months).

In order for a home-made apple product to benefit all family members, you can use useful recommendations for its preparation.

Video: apple puree for the winter

Here are some of them:

1. To get an environmentally friendly dish in the store, you need to choose fruits without a glossy sheen that have not been processed with chemicals for better keeping quality.
2. In order for the product not to cause allergic reactions, it is necessary to use the fruits of green varieties for its preparation.
3. In harvesting, it is best to use sweet and sour fruits of autumn varieties.
4. Before cooking, apples must be washed in warm water with a brush, and then wiped with a towel.
5. If the puree is prepared raw for instant consumption, you can add a few drops of lemon juice to it - so it does not turn black.
6. When preparing the dessert in question for children under one year old, the core and peel are removed from apples; older children can leave the peel.
7. The impact of heat treatment should be minimal, so apples are crushed as much as possible before cooking with a blender or meat grinder.
8. Dessert intended for storage for the winter is laid out only in sterile containers, closed with metal lids.

Did you know?Since air occupies up to 25% of the mass of apples, they can stay on the surface of the water for a long time and not sink.

The presence of applesauce on the menu several times a week will help maintain the health of your family members in good condition. Also, this product has proven itself in the form of a dish that suppresses appetite well for the purpose of losing weight. Whatever your goal, this delicacy will help diversify your diet and enjoy eating.