
Use of Apple Polyphenol
Apple polyphenols are also used for obesity, hay fever, high levels of cholesterol or other fats (lipids) in the blood (hyperlipidemia), and many other health conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support these uses.
What Are Apple Polyphenols?
Apple Polyphenols are organic compounds and chemicals found in apples and known as the “Nutritional Powerhouse” extremely rich in antioxidants. Due to it having strong antioxidant activity and various physiological functions, and is used in Japan as a food additive and nutritional supplements.
Polyphenols can also be found in fruits and vegetables. These secondary plant metabolites can be categorized as flavonoids and non-flavonoids. Apple polyphenols wield their potential health benefits through their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities.
Although they are also found in the apple flesh, the highest polyphenol content is found in the apple peel.