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Veritable Treasure Trove of Nutraceuticals Properties: Malus domestica

Malus domestica (Apple) a popular fruit that is a great source of phytochemicals. Several phytochemicals found in apples, such as quercetin, catechin, phloridzin and chlorogenic acid, are potent antioxidants. These antioxidants aid in reducing cholesterol, preventing lipid oxidation and limiting the emergence of cancer cells. Apple consumption has been linked to a reduced risk of chronic conditions like diabetes, cancer, asthma and cardiovascular disease. The phytochemical composition of apples fluctuates significantly with different apple varieties and there are also minute variations in phytochemicals as the fruit ages and ripens. Apple phytochemicals are hardly ever affected by storage, but they can be significantly impacted by processing.