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On December 1, we celebrate Eat a Red Apple Day! This day was first celebrated in the early 1990s as a way to promote healthy eating and remind people about the importance of getting their daily dose of fruits. Apples have been around for thousands of years and are one of the most popular fruits in the world. Eating a red apple is also known to help reduce inflammation, improve brain health, and increase energy levels. So let's get out there and enjoy this delicious fruit by eating a red apple on December 1!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1300s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Earliest Apple Orchards</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the 1300s, some of the earliest apple orchards were established in Europe, marking the start of commercial apple production.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Red Delicious Apple</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Red Delicious apple, one of the most widespread and recognizable apple varieties, was developed in the United States in the late 1800s.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1904</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Apple Health Benefits Studied</div><div class='timeline-text'>Early research into the health benefits of apples started around 1904, highlighting their nutritional value and their role in a healthy diet.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1991</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Eat a Red Apple Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first Eat a Red Apple Day was observed in 1991 to promote healthy eating habits and the nutritional benefits of apples.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Apple Extols Gut Health</div><div class='timeline-text'>Research in 2014 spotlighted apples for promoting gut health, adding to the numerous health benefits associated with eating this fruit.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Apples and Immunity</div><div class='timeline-text'>Studies in 2020 highlighted the role of apples in boosting immunity, especially relevant during the COVID-19 pandemic.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake an apple pie</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Who doesn't love a good apple pie? Gather up your ingredients, roll out the crust, peel and core the apples, add a bit of cinnamon and sugar, and bake it to perfection. Enjoy the sweet aroma that will fill your home!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make an apple salad</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>This is a great way to get your daily dose of fruit. Mix diced apples with greens, nuts, and cheese for a delicious salad that's sure to hit the spot.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Drink apple cider</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Apple cider is a classic drink that can be enjoyed hot or cold. Whether you make it yourself or buy it from the store, you can enjoy this tasty beverage all year round.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Carve an apple</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>A fun craft to do with friends and family, carve an apple into a fun shape! Whether it's a face, animal or flower, you can make something unique and special.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Eat an apple donut</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>A delicious way to celebrate Eat a Red Apple Day - indulge in an apple donut (or two!). It's the perfect combination of sweet and tart goodness.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Red apples are a great source of nutrition</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Red apples are packed full of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. They contain dietary fiber which aids in digestion, iron for oxygen transportation, and vitamin C to boost the immune system. Eating an red apple every day is an easy way to get some healthy nutrients into your diet!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They make for delicious snacks</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Red apples make for the perfect snack any time of day. They're sweet, juicy and incredibly versatile - you can eat them as is or dip them in peanut butter for a quick protein boost. And since they don't have any added sugar, you can feel good about snacking on one whenever that craving hits!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They come in a variety of colors and flavors</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>There are many different varieties of red apples available year round, so you never have to worry about getting bored with just one type. From honeycrisp to granny smith and beyond, there's always something new to try! Plus, you can find both waxed and fresh versions depending on how long you plan to store them.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Apples Float Because They Are 25% Air</h3><p class='facts-text'>Ever wonder why apples float in water? It's because 25% of their volume is made up of air! This makes them perfect for games like apple bobbing, a popular activity during the fall season.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Apple Trees Take Four to Five Years to Bear Their First Fruit</h3><p class='facts-text'>It takes patience to grow apple trees. Even when planted from a seed, it takes an apple tree between four to five years before it produces its first fruit.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>China Produces More Apples Than Any Other Country</h3><p class='facts-text'>Though apples are a popular fruit in many countries, China is the world's leader in apple production. In fact, it grows more apples than all other countries combined.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>There are More Than 7,500 Varieties of Apples Worldwide</h3><p class='facts-text'>If you tried a new variety each day, it would take you over 20 years to sample them all. Every apple variety has its own unique flavor, color, and texture.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-header'><h3 class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Apple Seeds Contain Cyanide</h3><p class='facts-text'>Be careful not to consume too many apple seeds as they contain a natural chemical that releases cyanide into the body when digested. However, you would need to chew and consume a fairly high quantity of apple seeds, and at the same time, for it to be dangerous.</p></div></div>
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