Apple Fruit as a Source of Health Beneficial Compounds

Abstract

Fruits are well known for their high value in human health. Epidemiological studies indicate that consumption of fruits, vegetables and their products are inversely related to carcinogenesis, coronary heart disease, mortality, and aging processes [1]. It has been suggested that this reduction is not only due to increased levels of vitamins and fibers, but that other compounds, such as phenolic compounds, also appear to play an important role in the overall antioxidant capacity of fruits and vegetables.