Current Facts
Apples have long been referred to as Nature's toothbrush! While they don't actually clean the teeth, apples promote dental hygiene. Biting and chewing an apple stimulates the gums. The apple's sweetness promotes the flow of saliva which reduces tooth decay by decreasing the levels of bacteria in the mouth.
Description/Taste
Pretty little apples, the Julian Empire variety boasts a colorful red and green skin. A favorite apple for fresh eating! Just one bite of this outstanding apple is said to prove without a doubt that this is how an apple was surely meant to taste.
Nutritional Value
Cholesterol-free, apples contain pectin, a beneficial fiber. This dietary fiber may actually work to reduce the body's cholesterol level and studies claim it may help prevent heart attacks. Pectin also slows glucose metabolism in diabetics. Apples contain potassium, which may reduce the chances of a stroke and have a trace of boron believed to build bones and to increase mental vitality. Apples offer a small amount of vitamin A and vitamin C and have only a trace of sodium. An average-size apple contains about 80 calories. Unpeeled apples offer the most nutrition. Eating five daily servings of fruits and vegetables lowers the chances of cancer. A recent study found that eating nine or ten daily servings of fruits and vegetables, combined with three servings of low-fat dairy products, were effective in lowering blood pressure.
Geography/History
Locally grown in California at Raven Hill Orchard, owned and operated by the very cool Irish Brady brothers since 2005, this grand apple is one of Patrick Brady’s favorite fresh eating varieties. This renowned orchard sincerely practices an absolutely no-pesticide, sustainable growing method. A successful cross between the Red Delicious and McIntosh, Empire apples were released into the marketplace by New York's renowned Cornell University in 1966. Specialty Produce proudly promotes and enthusiastically endorses our local growers, farmers, ranchers and the California farming industry.
Featured Recipes
Recipes that include Julian Empire Apples. One is easiest, three is harder.
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