{"id":160950,"date":"2022-07-05T13:10:34","date_gmt":"2022-07-05T07:40:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/?p=160950"},"modified":"2026-03-26T09:43:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T09:43:56","slug":"ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-green-apple","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pharmeasy.in\/blog\/ayurveda-uses-benefits-side-effects-of-green-apple\/","title":{"rendered":"Green Apple: Uses, Benefits, Side Effects and More!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<\/head>

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Introduction<\/a><\/li>
Nutritional Value of Green Apple (per 100g)<\/a><\/li>
Properties of Green Apple<\/a><\/li>
Potential Uses of Green Apple<\/a><\/li>
How to Use Green Apple<\/a><\/li>
Side Effects of Green Apple<\/a><\/li>
Precautions to Take with Green Apple<\/a><\/li>
Interactions with Other Drugs<\/a><\/li>
Conclusion<\/a><\/li>
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>
References<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n \n <\/span>\n $\"Join$ \n <\/a>\n
<\/span>Introduction<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe green apple is a hybrid fruit. It is developed by combining two different species of apple, namely, Malus slyvesterus<\/em> and Malus domesticus<\/em>. It contains bioactive compounds and flavonoids in a very good amount as compared to other varieties of apples. Green apples were first cultivated by an Australian woman named Maria Smith; hence, they are also known as Granny Smith apples1<\/a><\/sup>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This fruit appears light green with tart, juicy and crisp flavours and hard skin with a long shelf-life as compared with other apple types. Green apples are considered a healthy fruit and are used in weight management regimens due to their low calorie content and high dietary potassium and fibre content 1<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Nutritional Value of Green Apple (per 100g)<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nGreen apple has a very high amount of nutrients 2<\/a><\/sup>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Macronutrient Composition<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Energy:<\/strong> 50 kcal<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Carbohydrate:<\/strong> 13.6 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Protein:<\/strong> 0.44 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Fibre:<\/strong> 20.8 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Total fat:<\/strong> 0.19 g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sugar:<\/strong> 9.59 g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin and Mineral Content<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Calcium:<\/strong> 5 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Iron:<\/strong> 0.15 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Magnesium:<\/strong> 5 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Phosphorus:<\/strong> 12 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Copper:<\/strong> 0.031 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Sodium:<\/strong> 1 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Zinc:<\/strong> 0.04 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Manganese:<\/strong> 0.044 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Potassium:<\/strong> 120 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2):<\/strong> 0.025 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Thiamin (Vitamin B1):<\/strong> 0.019 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Niacin (Vitamin B3):<\/strong> 0.126 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin B6:<\/strong> 0.037 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin E:<\/strong> 0.18 mg<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin A:<\/strong> 5 \u00b5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Beta-Carotene:<\/strong> 59 \u00b5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Folate:<\/strong> 3 \u00b5g<\/li>\n\n\n\n
Vitamin K:<\/strong> 3.2 \u00b5g<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Properties of Green Apple<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nApples are considered traditional fruits and consumed due to their nutritional properties, which are contributed by their bioactive compounds and dietary fibres 3<\/a><\/sup>. The beneficial properties of green apples includes:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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May have anti-pyretic (reduces high body temperature during fever) potential\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
May have anti-microbial (acts against microorganisms) potential\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
May help with anti-inflammatory potential\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
May be a potential antioxidant 3<\/a><\/sup>\u00a0\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Potential Uses of Green Apple<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nFor many years, the traditional systems of medicine have been using apples in the management of various conditions 3<\/a><\/sup>. Some of the potential uses of the green apple can be described as follows.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. For Cancer\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nThe green apple is rich in flavonoids that may help to reduce the risk of developing lung, pancreatic and colon cancer. Studies 3<\/a><\/sup> have also shown that green apples may have the potential to help with the growth of cancer cells in the breast, colon and skin. In clinical studies 4<\/a><\/sup>, it has been shown that both males and females who consumed green apples in their diet had a reduced risk of developing lung cancer.^{<\/sup>However, cancer is a serious condition and would need a specialised doctor to diagnose and decide on treatment. It is important that you consult your healthcare provider before proceeding with any herbal remedy for health conditions.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>}
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