Apples pack a big antioxidant punch (Flavonoids in the fruit can help lower the risk of disease)

If you look only at lists of fruits highest in vitamin C or read about the super health-promoting powers of the latest popular fruit, you might wonder if Grandma’s advice “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” still merits consideration. -- Apples are high in a type of fiber that creates a “full” sensation. -- Yet as research moves further into the study of the thousands of natural compounds we get from fruits, vegetables, whole grains and other plant foods, apples do shine.