To peel or not to peel? Now, that is the question.
Apples contain many key nutrients, making them one of the healthiest, tasty snacks you could have. However, not many people realise just where all that apple goodness actually comes from. Apple skin is one of the most nutritious parts of the apple. So, if you’re peeling your apples, are you really missing out on the full nutritional benefits?
The Power is in the Skin
As it turns out, most of an apple’s nutritional value is found in the skin.
- Apples skin holds 50% of the total fibre
- Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds, such as quercetin, catechin, and chlorogenic acid are found in the skin
- Vitamin C and polyphenols are most concentrated in or just under the apple skin
So, what does that mean? Essentially, peeling the skin off means peeling back most of an apple’s nutritional benefits.
Whole Apple vs Peeled Apple
| Nutrient (per medium serve) | With Skin | Without Skin |
| Dietary Fibre | ~4.4g | ~2.1g |
| Vitamin C | Higher | Lower |
| Antioxidants | Higher | Significantly Lower |
| Calories | Slightly higher (from fibre) | Slightly lower |
Whole Apple Goodness in Every Upple Bottle!
While you might not be snacking on whole apples every day, Upple is here to provide an alternative.
We use 99.9% whole, cored apples in every delicious bottle. That includes the incredibly nutritious apple skin. It’s just like eating the whole apple, only in a convenient bottle that you can have on the go, anywhere.
If you’re looking to enjoy the full benefits an apple can offer, keep the skin on. Or better yet, start drinking Upple.