Halloween weekend is here and it is time to bob for apples at the neighborhood Halloween party. Not only is it fun and wet, but if you are lucky enough to snag one of those apples, you are in for a delicious and nutritious snack.

Apples have a lot of nutritional value. In addition to being rich in antioxidants (they fight cancer) and phytochemicals (they reduce the risk of heart disease, colon, prostate and lung cancer), apples have no fat, sodium or cholesterol. Oh, and they are a good source of fiber and complex carbohydrates which give you sustained energy.

So pack an apple in the kids’ lunch or better yet, make a yummy apple crisp with raisins and cranberries for a delicious fall treat.

And now you know that when you hear “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” you should believe it.

Posted by:Judy LeMarr