Apples are a round, edible fruit that come from the apple tree, a member of the rose family. Here are some facts about apples:
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AppearanceApples are usually round, but can vary in shape, size, and color. They can be red, yellow, green, or pink, and are typically 2–4 inches in diameter.
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TasteApples are relatively high in sugar, mildly acidic, and low in tannin. They are a good source of vitamins A and C, carbohydrates, and fiber.
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UsesApples can be eaten fresh or cooked in many ways, such as in apple pie, apple crumble, apple cake, baked apple, or stewed apple. They can also be used to make apple juice and apple cider, or added to savory dishes like stuffing and sausage meat.
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VarietiesThere are thousands of varieties of apples, which can be broadly classified as cider, cooking, or dessert. Popular dessert varieties in the United States include the Honeycrisp, Red Delicious, Gala, Granny Smith, and Golden Delicious.
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StorageApples that ripen in late autumn can be stored for up to a year, while those that ripen in late summer are generally not good for storage.
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OriginThe apple tree originated in Central Asia, and apples have been grown in Eurasia for thousands of years. European colonists introduced apples to North America.
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NutritionApples are a good source of antioxidants, which may help lower the risk of certain cancers.
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