Fruits / Pomes
Apple, red
PhilFCT
Macronutrients
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size: 100g | |
| Edible Portion: 76% |
| Calories | 67kcal / 2530kcal (2%) |
Macronutrients
Protein | 0.7 g/ 71g (0.99%) | ||||||
Total Fat | 0.1 g/ 42g (0.24%) low | ||||||
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Total Carbs | 15.8 g/ 348g (4%) | ||||||
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Vitamins
Vit A | 0 mcg RAE/ 700mcg RAE (0%) |
Vit B1 | 0.02 mg/ 1mg (1%) |
Vit B2 | 0.01 mg/ 1mg (0.77%) |
Vit B3 | 0.1 mg NE/ 16mg NE (0.63%) |
Vit C | 0 mg/ 70mg (0%) |
Minerals
Calcium | 9 mg/ 750mg (1%) |
Phosphorus | 8 mg/ 700mg (1%) |
Iron | 0.2 mg/ 12mg (1%) |
Sodium | 2 mg/ 1500mg (0.13%) free |
What is this food?
Red apple (fresh). It’s a naturally sweet fruit, usually eaten as a snack or dessert.
Why it matters to health
Red apples provide fiber (2.6 g per 100 g) which helps you feel full and supports healthy digestion. They also have natural sugars (12 g) and low fat (0.1 g), making them a good option when you want something sweet without heavy calories. The sodium is very low (2 mg), which is helpful for everyday heart-friendly eating. Since it has carbohydrates and sugar, it’s best to enjoy it in the right portion—especially if you’re having it alongside other sweet snacks.
Healthier tips
- For daily eating (3 meals + 1–2 snacks), try:
- Portion: 1 medium apple (or about 1 cup sliced) as a snack.
- Pairing: combine with plain yogurt, nuts, or a small serving of cheese to balance sweetness and keep you satisfied.
- Timing: choose it for snacks or after meals, not as a replacement for whole meals.
- Prep: eat with the skin for more fiber; avoid turning it into juice if possible (juice is easier to overdrink).
Common Filipino dishes
Apple-based fruit salad, fruit cups with condensed milk, apple and yogurt snack bowl, baked apples (dessert), caramelized apple topping
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