10 health benefits of apples and pears: You only need one everyday

By Namita S Kalla | September 02, 2025 | Image: Canva

Lower BMI

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People who eat apples regularly  may have a slightly lower BMI. You  won’t drop a dress size overnight, but  it’s a healthy step forward

Weight loss

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Even though they help lower body fat, apples don’t really change your overall weight much. Do not expect miracles

Blood pressure control

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Apples and pears do not aid in  blood pressure control. But they also don’t make it worse, and might help  when part of a balanced diet

Your heart loves them

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Both the fruits are good for your heart. Studies suggest people who eat more apples and pears are less likely to die from heart problems

Help prevent strokes

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Strokes are scary, and increasingly common these days. Eating more apples or pears is linked to a lower chance of having a stroke later in life

Keep blood sugar steady

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If you’re worried about diabetes or want to control blood sugar, eat apples and pears. The fibre in them helps stop your blood sugar from spiking too fast

Both add years to your life

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An apple a day keeps the doctor away.  So do pears. Research suggests people who ate more of these fruits were less likely to die early

Are nutrient rich

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Apples and pears have fibre, antioxidants, and natural plant goodness that help keep your body running smoothly, especially your heart and digestion

Have one a day

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You don’t need a new diet or a  juice cleanse. Just try to eat one  apple or pear a day and you will  gradually see the positve changes

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