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Humble Crumble

Apples are a very underrated fruit. Despite their significance to the Christian population of the world, (see the Garden of Eden, Genesis, The Bible) apples are really taken for granted. It’s about time we saluted the humble apple.

In the beginning…

We all associate apples with hot pie, pints of cider, granny smiths and packed lunches, but in truth, the apple finds its roots in Kazakhstan. Yes, the region of Alma-Aty in Kazakhstan translates to ‘father of apples’. Having made their way around the globe, apples have diversified and now over 7,500 varieties are grown all over the world. Wow.

Keeping the doc away?

Mother’s everywhere once told there children that ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’, but who know what they actually do? We do! So here you go…

Apples contain Vitamins C and A, Calcium and Potassium.

Apples are said to be good remedy for indigestion.

Apples contain pectin, which has been reported to reduce cholesterol.

Antioxidants found in fresh apples may help prevent neurodegenerative diseases such Alzheimers and Parkinsons by preventing nerve damage.

Apeeling Legends

Irish folklore claims that if an apple is peeled into one continuous ribbon and thrown behind a woman's shoulder, it will land in the shape of the future husband's initials.

If you’ve been desperately trying to find out whether your boyfriend is the one by throwing apple peel over your shoulder, please let us know on fruitcakes@zumojuicebar.com