How many calories are in an apple: green, red and golden in 100 grams

Nutritional value, calorie content of red apple

Various jams and all kinds of dishes are prepared from red varieties of apples, since they are sweet and soft. For 100 gr. A ripe fruit contains on average 47 to 55 calories: one medium-sized apple has about 45 calories and a larger one has about 100 calories.

Nutritional value, calorie content of red apple

A red apple (its calorie content depends on several factors: the variety and how the product was prepared) of the Royal Gala variety, for example, contains about 50 calories per 100 grams, and in Red Delicious - 45 calories.

Nutritional value per 100 g:

Squirrels	0.4 gr.
Carbohydrates	from 10 to 12 gr.
Fats	from 0.2 to 0.4 g.
Cellulose	up to 1.8 gr.
Water	80 – 85 gr.
Organic acids	0.8 gr.
Disaccharides, monosaccharides	9 gr.
Starch	0.1 gr.
Fatty acid	0.2 gr.

Red apple contains:

organic acids that fill the body with energy;
dietary fiber normalizes the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract;
the sugars contained in the fruit are not immediately broken down, so fat cells will not accumulate;
due to the high content of vitamin C, there is almost no fat in the composition;
An apple contains about 80% water, which helps maintain the tone of the whole body.

For people whose stomach acidity is high, it is recommended to eat red apples.

An apple contains more than 25 types of chemicals:

Microelements: iodine contained in seeds, iron, copper, zinc, fluorine, chromium.
Vitamins: B1/2/3, B5/6/9, vitamin C, A, K, E, biotin.
Macroelements: K, Ca, Mg, Ph, sodium, sulfur, chlorine.
Amino acids, polyunsaturated fatty and fatty acids, saccharides.

The vitamin complex and its contents directly depend on the conditions and shelf life of the product.

Green apple calories

Slightly less than red fruits. It is about 35 kilocalories per 100 grams. Green-skinned apples are not only lower in calories, but also healthier. Durum varieties have a pleasant sourness. These fruits are especially good to eat in hot weather, as they perfectly quench thirst and become an excellent filling for pies. The most popular variety is Granny Smith.

It is best to eat green apples with the peel. The latter contains a large amount of fiber, which improves digestive processes. There are some nuances here. It is recommended to take fruits grown in ecologically clean areas and without the use of nitrates. It is the peel that accumulates toxic and harmful substances with chemicals.

Beneficial properties of red apple for weight loss

A red apple (the product is not high in calories) has a beneficial effect on the body when losing weight, and thanks to its many beneficial properties, it does not deplete it and constantly keeps it in good shape.

Beneficial properties of red apple for weight loss

Beneficial features:

normalization of the acid and water balance of the body;
rejuvenating effect, aging processes slow down, thanks to the substances contained in the apple;
Excess fluid, toxins and waste are removed from the body;
cleanses the blood and liver of cholesterol;
pectin has a beneficial effect on cleansing the body;
fiber helps normalize and speed up the metabolic process;
the immune system is strengthened;
12.2% of the apple consists of iron, which is an excellent source for normalizing hemoglobin and preventing anemia;
The psycho-emotional background improves when adding apples to freshly brewed tea.

In order not to start the reverse process when losing weight, it is not recommended to eat apples at night, because they contain sugar.

Benefits for the body

Laboratory experiments prove that the phytonutrients and antioxidants contained in apples reduce the risk of cancer, asthma, hypertension, diabetes, heart and vascular diseases [4].

Numerous scientific studies indicate that these fruits are among the healthiest and should be included in the daily diet of people who care about their health. Here are just some of the benefits of these fruits tested by researchers [5].

Impact on neurological health

More than 10 years ago, scientists discovered quercetin in apples [6]. This substance belongs to antioxidants, and these fruits contain it in extremely large quantities. Through scientific experiments, it was found that this chemical compound prevents the death of nerve cells caused by oxidation and inflammation of neurons.

Another study found that apple juice stimulates the brain's production of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which helps improve memory in people with Alzheimer's disease [7]. Another experiment convinced scientists that people who eat these fruits are less likely to develop dementia. It has been found that apple juice prevents brain aging and protects its cells from free radicals, and serves as a prevention of Parkinson's disease.

Stroke Prevention

Almost 10 thousand men and women took part in the study, which lasted more than 20 years. Summarizing the results, scientists suggested that apple lovers are less likely to develop a stroke.

Healthy cholesterol levels

After another experiment, American scientists called apples miracle fruits. Researchers have noticed that if you eat several fruits daily, the so-called “bad” cholesterol decreases by 23%, and “good” cholesterol increases by 4%. It took the experiment participants six months to achieve this effect.

Anemia protection

Due to their high iron content, apples are one of the most popular medicines for anemia in folk medicine. The cause of anemia is a deficiency of hemoglobin in the blood. The problem can be easily eliminated by including in your diet foods rich in iron, a mineral that is key in the formation of red blood cells.

Apples are an effective and tasty way to treat this.

Preventing diabetes

Apples also help prevent the development of diabetes. A study of nearly 200,000 people found that people who ate apples, grapes, raisins, blueberries or pears three times a week were 7% less likely to develop the disease. Scientists have also determined that the rich content of soluble fiber in apples prevents hyperglycemia (a sharp increase in blood sugar).

Benefits for the digestive organs

Excessive accumulation of cholesterol causes the formation of gallstones. Regular consumption of apples helps prevent the problem. In addition, the apple diet is considered the most effective way to detoxify the liver.

These fruits are also useful for people with intestinal disorders. Fiber from apples will equally effectively relieve constipation and diarrhea, relieve symptoms of irritable bowels, flatulence, and relieve abdominal pain. These fruits are also important for the prevention of hemorrhoids.

Strengthening the immune system

Apples (especially red varieties) contain high concentrations of the antioxidant quercetin. This substance is considered one of the most useful for strengthening the body’s protective functions, so it is important for people with weakened immune systems to introduce red apples into their diet.

Cancer protection

Every year there is more and more evidence that even 1 apple a day will help prevent breast cancer, tumors in the liver and colon. Researchers explain this phenomenon by the presence of phenolic substances in fruits [8]. These chemical compounds have many beneficial properties. To enhance the effect, researchers still urge you to avoid fruit monotony in your diet and alternate apples with other healthy fruits.

Benefits for teeth

Apples are not a substitute for a toothbrush, but they do offer some benefits for your teeth. In particular, chewing crunchy fruits stimulates saliva production. And it, in turn, has a detrimental effect on the bacteria contained in the oral cavity, thereby preventing the risk of caries.

Healthy eyes

Summing up the results of a long-term study, scientists determined that people in whose diet apples appear regularly and in sufficient quantities are 15% less likely to develop cataracts. The reason for this is said to be the antioxidants contained in the fruits.

Benefits for weight loss

Besides the fact that apples are extremely rich in fiber, which is the best way to fight hunger, these fruits have other benefits for people who want to lose weight. Research results show that these fruits speed up metabolism, which means that calories in the body are burned faster than usual, and some of them are not absorbed at all. Millions of people around the world choose apples as a key ingredient in their weight loss diet. In addition, nutritionists have developed several versions of the apple diet designed to help obese people [9].

Contraindications for eating red apple

The fruit should be eaten in moderation, but there are also cases when you should completely avoid eating a red apple.

Contraindications for eating red apple

It is not recommended to eat apples in large quantities:

if there is frequent bloating, since apple fruits contribute to increased gas formation;
for stomach problems: ulcers, gastritis, colitis, and the reason for this is the increased acid content in the product;
with caution in case of diabetes;
long-term weight loss with the help of the “apple diet”, there should be fasting days;
eating more than 4 apple seeds per day, since they contain not only the daily dose of iodine, but also acid, which in large quantities can cause poisoning;
for allergy sufferers.

Since the fruit contains acids and sugar, it is recommended to rinse the mouth with water after each consumption, especially for those with thin tooth enamel.

Although apples are a low-calorie product, they should not be consumed by those who have gastrointestinal problems. Red apples are contraindicated for any cardiovascular diseases, individual intolerance and diabetes.

What to look for when purchasing

When buying apples in the supermarket, pay attention to their appearance. As a rule, to add shine, they are treated with chemicals that are very harmful to the gastrointestinal tract. If you bought these, as an option, peel them or rinse the fruits well with running warm water, and then wipe them thoroughly.
The beta-carotene contained in the fruits can cause an allergic reaction.
If you suffer from gastritis, high acidity, ulcers or other diseases of the digestive system, refrain from consuming sour varieties. Fruits of other varieties should be peeled.
Do not overuse, as excess fiber can cause digestive disorders, colic, and flatulence. The norm is to consume no more than 400 g per day with a normal diet and no more than 1 kg on fasting days.

How to choose red apples

Seasonal fruits are considered the healthiest, because they are not treated with chemicals. When buying fruit, you should pay attention to the appearance: the surface of the peel should not be too shiny, clean from darkening, dents and brownish spots.

It is recommended to give preference to medium-sized apples so that they are not overripe. Otherwise, the body will receive less vitamins than it could. Also, do not forget about the smell: if the apple does not smell, there is a high probability that the fruit was “fed” with additives for rapid growth.

Varieties and types of red apples

Among the early varieties, the following stand out:

“Red early” fully ripens closer to August. A tasty and attractive looking apple.
"Vista Bella" has a flattened round shape with a sweet and sour taste.
“Chinese Long” seems to have accumulated a “patina” on the surface; they are elongated in shape and slightly sour. The fruits ripen towards mid-August.

The shelf life of early varieties is less than one month, so they are consumed immediately.

Varieties and types of red apples

Medium ripened apples:

"Mekintosh" ripens by early September. The taste is sweet, sour and juicy.
"Titania" are circular in shape and are harvested at the beginning of September.
"Delicia" with a sweet and sour taste, hard and crispy. Long shelf life.
Apples collected in the fall can be stored for about 3 months.

Late varieties:

“Red Delicious” with a ribbed surface, quite dense and large. Sweet in taste and very juicy.
"Gloucester York" has fairly large fruits and is harvested at the end of September. They are cone-shaped in shape and sweet in taste.
"Spartan" has a rounded and flattened, slightly ribbed shape on top. Fully ripen by October. Very sweet to taste.

Harvesting of winter varieties occurs at the end of September, beginning of October. If all storage conditions are met, the fruits can be stored in their original form until April and early May. All varieties have excellent taste and appearance, they are elastic and juicy.

Diet-friendly apples

The most suitable apples for the diet are low in calories; they should not be too sweet. The fat burner in red fruits is a substance called polyphenol. Also, it normalizes the functioning of internal organs and is a natural antioxidant.

Calorie content of Golden apples

Does not differ significantly from fruits with green or red skin. The calorie content of almost all varieties differs from each other only slightly. There is no clear dependence on color. It varies between 5-10 calories. The Golden variety is loved by many for its sweet and pleasant taste. It has a long shelf life and is suitable for drying, canning, and adding to salads.

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Secrets of cooking dishes from red apples

A red apple (low calorie content, so dishes are perfect for consuming them on fasting days on diets) should be chosen ripe and of good quality. The fact of buying apples in stores or local ones from trees is also important. There are a huge number of options for serving ready-made dishes on the table, as well as cooking methods, and each dish has its own secrets.

Cooking tips

For the splendor of the well-known charlotte dish, it is recommended to beat the ingredients with a mixer or blender. Slice the apples thinly.
When cutting out the insides of the fruit, the bottom should not be damaged.
In salads, apples go perfectly with feta cheese, cream, mayonnaise and even sweet red pepper.
When preparing sauces, the grated apple must be boiled with the entire prepared mass.

You can add an apple to various salads, to meat, or to make drinks. It is almost impossible to spoil a dish with fruit.

For a beautiful decoration, cut the fruit into slices and place the crust side up, pour over honey or decorate the dish using special cutting molds. Using your imagination and personal preferences, sprinkle the dish with powdered sugar or use decorative decorations.

How else to use apples?

Perhaps many housewives have over-salted their soup. There are various tricks for removing excess salt from a finished dish. One of them is with the help of apples. It is enough to boil a couple of fruit pieces in the soup for a few minutes, and they will absorb excess salt.

Apples can also be used as a natural air freshener or as a catalyst for ripening green fruits (place them with apples in a paper bag). And if you want to keep the bread fresh longer, put the pastries and a slice of apple in an airtight container.

Red apple recipes

Apples have found wide application in the culinary arts. You can prepare many dishes, desserts and drinks from them. The fruits are used both as the main ingredient and in combination with other products.

Apple soup with semolina dumplings

Ingredients:

200 gr. apples;
100 gr. granulated sugar;
1 tbsp. l. starch;
water 1 liter;
spices: cloves, cinnamon and orange zest;
dumplings: 4 tbsp. l. semolina, 30 gr. butter, 1 egg, salt and nutmeg to taste.

Apple soup with semolina dumplings
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Recipe step by step:

Peel and core apples, cut into slices and soak in sugar.
Pour water over the apple peel, add spices and boil.
Add sugar and boil again.
Add apple slices to the contents and cook until the apples become soft.
First dilute the starch with water and pour it over the resulting soft apples.
Dumplings: mash the egg with butter, slowly add semolina crepe, nuts and add a little salt. Leave for 20 minutes. Dumplings are made with a regular teaspoon or dessert spoon and carefully added to the soup.
Cook until the dumplings are done.

The soup is sweet in taste, filling and tasty.

Bozbash soup with apple

Ingredients:

150 gr. or 2 apples;
750 ml. or 3 tbsp. water;
500 gr. lamb;
2 tbsp. l. tomato paste or puree;
1 cup peas (optional);
1, 2 pieces of potatoes;
2 pieces of small onions;
2 tbsp. l. vegetable oil;
salt, parsley - to taste;
5-7 pieces of black peppercorns.

Bozbash soup with apple

Step-by-step preparation of the dish:

Cut the meat into small pieces, add water just above the level of the meat and cook over low heat.
Wash the peas and cook over low heat separately for about an hour.
Transfer the finished meat to the peas.
Strain the broth and pour it over the meat and peas.
Next add: onions pre-fried in oil, diced apples and potatoes, tomato paste or puree, salt and pepper.
Simmer with the lid closed over low heat for about 25 minutes.
Add parsley or dill if desired.

Quite a filling and healthy dish.

Apple cheese

Ingredients:

1.5 – 2 kg apples;
50-60 gr. walnuts or others as desired;
1 – 2 tsp. ground cinnamon;
320 – 370 gr. or 1.5 cups granulated sugar.

Apple cheese

Step by step recipe:

Rinse the apples thoroughly and let the water droplets dry.
Remove the core and cut into thin slices, shake with 2-3 tablespoons of sugar.
To allow the fruit to release juice, cover the container and leave for a day.
Cook for 20 minutes over low heat until soft, stirring continuously.
Set a small portion of the apples aside and grind the rest with a blender or mixer until smooth.
Add sugar to the resulting mass and cook over low heat until thickened.
Add the reserved apples, nuts and cinnamon to the finished mixture.
Cook again over low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring continuously.
Cool, place the cheesecloth in a deep container and spread the mixture onto the cheesecloth, leveling with a spoon, pressing lightly.
Tie the gauze on top, take it out and put the mass on the board, pressing it down with a press.
Leave in this position for a day.
The next day, remove the gauze and place the cheese on parchment paper until completely dry. The finished cheese is quite elastic.

The cheese takes days to dry and looks like marmalade. During the drying process, it is recommended to turn it over periodically.

Apple Pie with Oatmeal

Ingredients:

6 pieces of medium-sized apples;
140 gr. butter;
oat flakes 100 gr.;
2 chicken eggs;
170 gr. Sahara;
50 ml. lemon juice;
½ teaspoon of soda;
120 gr. flour;
1/3 tsp. ground cinnamon.

Apple Pie with Oatmeal

Step-by-step preparation of the dish:

15 gr. Melt the butter in a frying pan and lightly fry the flakes.
125 gr. beat pre-melted butter with 130 gr. Sahara.
Beat in the eggs and add freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Add baking soda, cereal and flour.
Knead the dough and place in a baking dish.
Puree 4 apples using a blender and pour on top of the dough. Cut 2 apples into slices and place in a circle shape. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar.
Place in the oven for 45-60 minutes at 190 degrees.

If the apple variety is not juicy, you can add water.

Salad with apples, chicken and cheese

Ingredients:

250 gr. soft cheese;
2 medium sized apples;
3 pieces of chicken fillet;
1 bunch of lettuce leaves;
6 tbsp. l. olive oil;
1 tsp. grainy mustard;
1 tsp. white wine vinegar;
ground black pepper and salt to taste.

Salad with apples, chicken and cheese

Step by step recipe:

Mix oil, vinegar, pepper, salt and mustard.
Core the apples and slice thinly.
Cut the boiled fillet in the same way.
Chop or crumble lettuce leaves by hand.
Place the cheese in small cubes on top of the lettuce leaves.
Top with sauce.

Easy to prepare, satisfying and tasty salad for the table. Among the drinks, cider, kvass and jelly are considered the most popular. Apple kvass is considered a rejuvenating drink.

Are apple drinks high in calories?

The favorite drink back in ancient Rus' was sweet and sour tart apple juice. It can be prepared by boiling ripe apples or by squeezing. There are few calories in this juice: 42 per 100 g.

The beneficial composition of the juice amazes with the concentration of substances needed by the body.

Another, no less popular drink is apple compote. This tasty and healthy drink for children has more calories due to the addition of sugar: as much as 85 calories per 100 g. In conclusion, we would like to remind you of the mythological aspect of the usefulness of apples: in many myths, an apple is a magical product. Let us remember the fairy tale “Rejuvenating Apples” and the myth about the golden apples from the gardens of the Hesperides.

A person who eats an apple becomes strong and healthy, or even gains miraculous strength.

Eat apples and be healthy! And don’t forget to leave your comment to the person who, while working on the article, ate not a single pound of apples.

How to store red apples

When choosing apples for storage, you need to consider their variety. For storage, it is recommended to choose high-quality, unspoiled fruits.

Signs of spoiled fruit:

soft to the touch, limp or wrinkled;
there are dark spots on the surface;
rotten areas;
cracks.

You can store fruits on the balcony, in dark or cool places in the apartment and in the refrigerator. Winter varieties are usually chosen for storage. They can withstand 7 months of storage. Autumn varieties will remain in usable form for only a few months.

Storage rules:

in wooden boxes, cardboard boxes or baskets;
sorting of ripe and unripe fruits;
if the number of apples is small, each fruit can be wrapped in cling film or paper;
you can use sawdust or onion peels to increase shelf life;
apples with stems are recommended for storage;
sudden temperature changes have a bad effect on shelf life.

Pre-washed apples last less time. It is recommended to select unripe fruits for storage.

How and how much to eat red apples when dieting

A red apple (calorie content varies slightly between varieties) contains about 10 grams. glucose, therefore it is necessary to carefully follow the regime of their use during the diet. The number of apples eaten should not exceed the daily requirement of 1.5 kg, and you can diversify your diet with baked apples.

In addition, this alternation option will reduce the possibility of abdominal discomfort. Be sure to consume fruits with skin.

Apple menu for a 7-day diet:

Days 1 and 7 – 1kg. fruit;
2nd and 6th days – 1.5 kg;
3 – 5 days – 2 kg. fruits

The diet consists exclusively of apples and 1.5 liters of water per day. Green tea without sugar and up to 100 grams is not prohibited with such a diet. rye bread. Apple - kefir diet. Its essence lies in strict adherence to meal times. Consume a glass of kefir and 1 apple every 3 hours. A prerequisite is to drink fluid, the more, the better.

The principle of the mono-diet is to consume only red apples. Metabolic processes are improved in the body and carbohydrates consumed in food do not turn into fat cells, which is very important when dieting. The low calorie content of apples allows you to quickly get rid of unwanted pounds.

Composition and benefits of apple juice

When talking about the benefits of apples for the human body, we must not forget about juice. The juice from the fruit pulp is no less valuable than the fruit itself. Its benefits are due to the content of substances that release free radicals and remove them from the body. Apple juice rejuvenates the entire body, strengthens the walls of blood vessels, reduces the risk of stroke and heart attack. The benefits of juice boil down to eliminating inflammatory processes and reducing the symptoms of constipation. The product improves intestinal motility, normalizes digestion and the functioning of internal organs. The juice from the pulp stabilizes the functions of the nervous system and has a certain sedative effect. The greatest benefit comes from freshly squeezed juice.

In apple juice, the vitamin composition remains the same. The amount of minerals does not change either. In fruit juice:

10.1 - 12 g carbohydrates
0.5 g protein
0.1 g fat

The product contains sucrose, which is then broken down into glucose and fructose. Juice has a positive effect on energy metabolism and accelerates cell metabolism.