According to studies by specialists and researchers, apples contain a large amount of vitamins and minerals, but some of these nutrients are lost if we do not eat them whole. Some health benefits are:

- Contains a wide amount of phosphorus, making it excellent for those who perform intense intellectual work.
- Apples are advisable for those who engage in heavy physical work.
- They provide potassium, phosphorus, sodium, and vitamins from the B and C complex.
- Due to their pectin content, they have protective agent properties and can act as absorbents of toxins, enhancing the functions of the digestive tract and helping to purify the body.
- For those who cannot tolerate eating them whole, they can drink their juice.
- Thanks to their potassium salts, they facilitate the elimination of uric acid.
- They are very good and yield positive results in cases of rheumatism.

Given this, it is very important to consider this fruit for the preparation of some recipes, which will also provide many nutrients to the family. Here are some recipe options with apples (just click on the recipe title to see its preparation method).

- Apple Puree. An ideal apple puree to eat with a Christmas turkey or pork leg.
- Apple Pie. A pie filled with apples and cinnamon.
- Apple Strudel with Raisins and Nuts. A delicious baked apple dessert in puff pastry.
- Apple Porridge. Porridge for babies made from apples; this recipe can be made with other fruits.
- Apple Tatin Pie. A delicious upside-down apple pie recipe where the apples are caramelized in butter and sugar and covered with the pastry before baking.
- Latkes with Apple Sauce. A traditional recipe for the Hanukkah celebration; the latke is made from grated potato and is traditionally accompanied by apple sauce.
- Christmas Salad with Apples. A salad with Christmas ingredients like apple and walnut.

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