The Amazing Apple

This week we are spotlighting another Fall Superfood- Apples. As we mentioned in our Fit Fall Foods post, apples are FULL of nutritious stuff. Although some fitness gurus give them a bad rap for their carb/sugar content, their health benefits far surpass any reason  not to enjoy them a few times a week.

Apples help whiten your teeth, they protect against Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, decrease risk of diabetes, lower cholesterol and help manage weight...and that's not even the complete list.  Basically, they are definitely worth adding to your diet, especially when they are fresh and in season (Lucky you, because that's RIGHT now!)

Our favorite way to eat them at Norton? Just washed, sliced and with a side of fresh, ground almond butter for dipping. But if you're looking to jazz up your apple recipes a little bit, try out these health-ed up ideas:

How about an Overnight Apple Butter? To make this a bit more fitness savvy, try substituting agave or liquid stevia for the honey.

Add slices of fresh apples to sandwiches for a sweet/savory combo and a little crispness.

Slice some up into a salad, or a fruit salad with other seasonal fruits, (think pomegranates and grapes)

For a party, try Apple, Arugula and Brie Quesadillas for a healthier spin on a southwest staple.

And finally.. who thinks apples without thinking Apple Pie? (You can't, it's un-American!) Try out this version to have your pie and eat it too: Single Lady (Or Man, Or Married, Whatever) Apple Pie
Eat up and Enjoy!