Why Apples are the Best Fruit

Originally published September 11, 2023

Some fruits are better than others. While I think it’s safe to say apples, bananas, and oranges are the top fruits, I believe the best fruit overall is apples. Here are several reasons why. 🍎

1.) “Apple a day keeps the doctor away.” - It may be a cliché saying to get you to eat your fruit, but there's some research to back this claim. Apples have numerous health benefits, such as improving heart and brain health. So the next time you see an apple, remember that it may keep the doctor away. (Make sure you have regular doctor visits).

2.) Versatile Fruit - There are many ways that you can use an apple. There’s apple pie, apple sauce, apple juice, apple cider (alcoholic and non-alcoholic). The list goes on. You can go on Pinterest or other similar sites to find endless recipes you can make with apples. While many fruits have convenient uses, none are as accomplished as the apple.

3.) Different varieties of Apples - There are nearly thirty varieties of apples. From Fuji to Granny Smith to Rose, there is bound to be an apple that you like. Check out the list and see which apple you want to try next.

4.) Apple picking - As summer winds down, fall is around the corner, and so are its festivities. One of the most popular festivities is apple picking. You can visit an orchard and hand-pick the delicious apples to take home. It’s a fun activity that you can do with friends and family. However, other activities come with apple picking as well. While they vary depending on your location, there are hayrides, beer gardens, and corn mazes, to name a few.

5.) They are easy to eat - All you have to do is wash the apple, and you’re all set to eat it. You don’t have to wait for them to be ripe and peel them like you do with bananas and oranges.