Retail DietitianToolkit

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DID YOU KNOW?

There’s nothing more American than apples! In fact, apples

are grown in every state in the continental U.S. Each year,

the United States produces around 30 billion apples in

more than 150 varieties available in grocery stores.

The U.S. Apple Association (USApple), which is the national voice

of the American apple industry representing more than 7,500 apple

growers, 40 state and regional organizations, and 1,000 individual

apple companies in the country, is excited to present this Retail

R.D. Toolkit. It features the latest apple nutrition information,

dietitian-developed and family-friendly recipes and marketing

materials. USApple recognizes your vital role as a retail dietitian in

helping consumers make nutritious choices at point-of-purchase

and understands your need for consumer-friendly educational

materials.

That’s why we developed this “ready-to-use” toolkit. It will help you

educate and inspire shoppers about the many nutritional and health

benefits and unparalleled versatility of U.S.-grown apples.

In the following pages, we’ve included:

• Production and consumption facts & figures

• Dietitian-developed, kid-approved apple recipes

• 10 reasons to adore apples graphic

• Two consumer-friendly blog posts

• Social media thought-starters

• Incentive prize details

• References

A “Thank You” from USApple

To show our appreciation for your

communications efforts, USApple

will be awarding three prizes to

retail R.D.s who help spread the

word about U.S.-grown apples.

Prizes will include gift cards to

Williams-Sonoma, fresh hand-

picked apples and copies of “The

Apple Lover’s Cookbook.” For more

details about this prize program,

see “Retail Dietitian Incentive

Prize Program from the U.S. Apple

Association.”

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2014 U.S. APPLE PRODUCTION AND CONSUMPTION FACTS & FIGURES

The top-10 most-purchased fresh apple varieties are:

1. Gala

2. Red Delicious

3. Fuji

4. Granny Smith

5. Honeycrisp

6. Golden Delicious

7. McIntosh

8. Pink Lady

9. Braeburn

10. Jazz

It’s no surprise that apples are the most popular fruit grown

in the United States. Tasty, versatile, portable, affordable and

nutritious, apples are one of nature’s perfect foods.

More than 7,500 growers manage 325,000 acres of apple orchards,

trailing only oranges and grapes in the amount of U.S. acreage

committed to fruit production. In 2014, more than 33 billion apples

are expected to be harvested in the United States. Apples are grown

in every state in the continental U.S. and are available year-round.

Top-producing states include Washington, New York, Michigan and

Pennsylvania, in that order.

Demand for apples among U.S. consumers is strong and growing.

In 2012, Americans consumed an average of 44 pounds of apples

per person. And, the per-person consumption of apple juice and

cider increased to 22.3 pounds, up from 20.9 pounds in 2011.

Although more than 2,500 varieties are grown in the U.S., 80

percent of all production is from 10 top varieties. Gala is the most

popular fresh apple in the nation, while the fastest growing is

Honeycrisp, which has tripled in production the last five years.

USApple forecasts that one-third of the apple harvest in 2014 will

be processed for products like apple juice, applesauce and frozen

products, and another 18 percent will be exported.

U.S. Apple Association. Web. http://www.usapple.org, accessed August 7, 2014.

USDA Agricultural Marketing Resource Center. Commodity Apple Profile, revised December 2013. Web. http://www.agmrc.org/commodities__products/fruits/apples/commodity-apple-profile/ Accessed August 7, 2014.

Cinnamon and Honey Apple DipIngredients:

1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese (light is fine), softened

3 tablespoons honey

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger

Apple slices

Walnuts

Graham crackers

Directions:1. In medium mixer bowl, place all dip ingredients.

2. On high speed, mix dip until smooth and creamy (60 to 90 seconds).

3. Serve with assorted apple slices, walnuts and favorite crackers.

Makes two cups.

Nutrition per serving (about 2 Tablespoons): 60 calories, 4 g carbohydrate, 1 g protein, 5 g fat, 2.5 g saturated fat, 45 mg sodium, 15 mg cholesterol.

Source: U.S. Apple Association

Granola Apple MoonsIngredients:

1 large sliced apple

2-3 tablespoons nut butter (we like walnut butter!)

½ cup granola

2 tablespoons semi-sweet chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Take each slice of apple and carefully spread a thin (or thick) layer of nut butter on each side.

2. Once each apple slice is coated with nut butter, sprinkle a little granola on each side.

3. For the final touch, add a few chocolate chips to each side of the apple and enjoy!

Nutrition per serving (6 slices): 267 calories, 38 g carbohydrate, 6 g fiber, 6 g protein, 12 g fat, 3 g saturated fat, 75 mg sodium, cholesterol (0).

Source: WeeklyBite.com

DIETITIAN-DEVELOPED, KID-FRIENDLY APPLE RECIPES

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Pumpkin Applesauce Mini-Muffins Easy Applesauce CakeIngredients:

2 cups whole wheat pastry flour (or all-purpose flour)

½ cup brown sugar

1 ½ teaspoon baking soda

½ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1 cup canned pumpkin

½ cup applesauce

½ cup canola oil

1 tablespoon vanilla

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Spray mini-muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray.

2. In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Whisk together to combine. Set aside.

3. In a smaller bowl, combine apple sauce, canola oil, vanilla, and canned pumpkin. Stir until all ingredients are combined.

4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients. Stir until all ingredients are mixed through.

5. Using a small spoon or a melon ball scooper, scoop the muffin batter into the muffin tin. Only fill each cup 3/4 full.

6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, rotating pan once halfway through cooking.

Makes 24 muffins

Nutrition per serving (2 mini muffins): 195 calories, 25 g carbohydrate, 2 g fiber, 3 g protein, 9 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 100 mg sodium, cholesterol (0)

Source: WeeklyBite.com

Ingredients:

2¼ cups whole wheat pastry flour (all-purpose flour can be used, too)

2 teaspoon baking soda

¾ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon cinnamon

¼ teaspoon nutmeg

2 cups brown sugar

2 cups unsweetened applesauce

²/³ cup canola oil

2 eggs

1 tablespoon vanilla

½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

powdered sugar (optional)

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

2. Spray Bundt pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

3. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well and set aside.

4. In a separate bowl, combine sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla. Using a whisk, mix together until smooth.

5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Using a spoon, stir gently until combined. Fold in walnuts. Pour mixture into prepared Bundt pan.

6. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes or until firm to the touch and toothpick comes out clean when inserted. Place cake on cooling rack and let cool completely in pan. Once cooled, invert cake and remove from pan. Dust with pow-dered sugar, and enjoy!

Serves: 12

Nutrition per serving (1 slice): 310 calories, 46 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 3 g protein, 13 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 165 mg sodium, 31 mg cholesterol

Source: WeeklyBite.comUSApple.org

Apple Turkey ChiliSweet and Cheesy Apple PaniniIngredients:

8 slices multi-grain bread

2 teaspoon yellow mustard

4 slices low-fat cheddar cheese

2 apples, peeled, cored and sliced

1 Tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray

Directions:

1. Brush one side of the slices of bread with olive oil and a pas-try brush, or spray the slices of bread with cooking spray.

2. Spread mustard on the other side of the slice of bread.

3. Lay one slice of bread on a Panini press or pan (mustard side up). Layer with cheese and sliced apples.

4. Top with second slice of bread, with the olive oil side on the outside.

5. Cook both sides if using a pan.

Source: SuperHealthyKids.com

Ingredients:

2 tsp olive or canola oil

½ cup chopped onion

2 tbsp minced seeded jalapeño pepper

2 cloves garlic, minced (1 tsp)

1 lb 97% lean ground turkey

4 tsp chili powder

½ tsp salt

½ tsp ground cumin

½ tsp dried oregano leaves

1 15-oz can no-salt-added black beans, drained and rinsed

1 cored and diced, unpeeled mildly tart, crisp apple (such as a Braeburn or Jonagold)

1 15-oz can undrained no-salt-added chili beans in chili sauce

1 14.5-oz can undrained no-salt-added small diced tomatoes

²/³ cup apple cider or apple juice

½ tsp packed brown sugar

2 to 3 tbsp reduced-fat or fat-free sour cream

Thin apple wedges (optional)

Thin lime wedges (optional)

Cilantro sprigs (optional)

Directions:

1. Heat oil over medium heat in large skillet. Add onion, jalapeño, and garlic; cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until onion is tender.

2. Add ground turkey to onion mixture; cook over medium heat for 6 to 8 minutes or until turkey is no longer pink, breaking turkey in to ¾-inch crumbles. Stir in salt, chili powder, cumin, and orega-no; cook 30 seconds more. If necessary, drain and discard juices.

3. Stir in diced apple, black beans, chili beans with sauce, tomatoes, apple cider, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Gently simmer over low to medium-low heat, covered, about 15 minutes or until desired consistency. Ladle the chili into bowls. Top with sour cream. If desired, garnish with apple and lime wedges, and cilantro.

Makes 4, 1 ½ cup servings.

Nutrition per serving (1 ½ cup): 440 calories, 50 g carbohydrate, 17 g fiber, 34 g protein, 12 g fat, 3 g saturated fat, 90 mg cholesterol, 470 mg sodium

Source: U.S. Apple AssociationUSApple.org

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10 Reasons to Adore Apples!

Apples are the “icon” of health—

and for good reason. As the most popular

fruit grown in the United States,

apples are nutrition all-stars. Here are

10 reasons to enjoy an apple—

or two—every day!

1 They have stood the test of time. The many advantages

of apples date back thousands of years, as far back as Greek mythology. Hercules achieved immortality after eating an apple. Apples were reportedly prescribed for many ailments, and in the 19th century, the famous phrase, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” was coined for obvious reasons.

3 They protect your pumper. In one study, apple consumption

reduced the risk of dying from heart disease by 19 among men and 43 percent among women. In a human clinical trial, eating just one apple per day for four weeks reduced harmful LDL-oxidation by an average of 40 percent. And another recent study revealed that adults who ate the most apples reduced their risk for stroke by 11 percent.

5They boost brain power. A study of people with moderate-

to-severe Alzheimer’s disease found that enjoying 8 ounces of apple juice daily resulted in a 27 percent improvement in behavioral and mood-related symptoms. Other studies suggest that apples and apple juice provide compounds that offer neuroprotection against known risk factors associated with Alzheimer’s disease.

6They improve blood sugar control. Studies show that

apples may help reduce the risk for type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome. One study from Harvard School of Public Health reported a 27 and 28 percent reduced risk of type 2 diabetes with the consumption of two to six apples per week or one apple per day, respectively, compared to no apple consumption.

7They help you breathe easier. The antioxidants in

apples help protect the lungs against the oxidative damage that’s associated with asthma, bronchitis and emphysema. In one study, women who reported eating apples during pregnancy reduced the risk of asthma and wheezing in their child at age five.

2They cut your cancer risk. Laboratory, animal and human

population-based studies have indicated that apples may provide protection against certain types of cancer. Published studies show that apples may reduce the risk for oral, esophageal, larynx, lung, colon, breast, ovary and prostate cancers.

4 They help peel away pounds. Mounting research

shows that eating apples can help manage weight, thanks to their filling soluble fiber and ursolic acid, a natural compound that boosts fat-burning. When women added three apples to their diet (without making any other dietary changes), they lost more than two pounds in 10 weeks.

8They give you an antioxidant advantage.

USDA research shows that apples are an antioxidant-rich fruit. Apples are rich in flavonoids, which have antioxidant and other health properties. Be sure to eat the peel because some two-thirds of the antioxidants are in or just underneath the skin.

9They help you hit your produce goal. The Dietary

Guidelines recommend filling half of your plate with nutritious fruits and veggies at every meal. Children and adults should strive for at least 1 to 2 cups of fruit per day. Here’s what counts as an apple serving (1 cup equivalent) according to USDA: 1 small apple; ½ large apple; 1 cup sliced, raw or cooked apples; ½ cup dried apples; 1 cup of 100 percent apple juice, cider or applesauce.

10 They are sure to satisfy. Do you want your apple to

be tart and crunchy, sweet and juicy or something in between? No matter. With more than 100 commercial varieties of apples and at least that many heirlooms available, you’ll be sure to find several to satisfy your needs.

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APPLE APPEAL: 6 REASONS YOUR KIDS WILL FALL FOR THIS FRUIT

Just one percent of children meet all of their daily

fruit and vegetable servings, and most children get

only about half of the recommended servings per

day, according to recent estimates.1, 2 Of course, making

produce a priority is key to both improving children’s

nutrition and reducing the risk for chronic diseases.

Apples are the answer because they’re the ideal quick

and healthy snack. They’re easy to eat, perfectly portable

and loaded with nutrients: Apples provide more than

20 essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C,

potassium, folic acid and fiber, nutrients that many children

fall short on. A large apple has 130 calories and 5 grams of

fiber and contains boron and magnesium, trace minerals

that are necessary to build strong bones.

Need some appetizing apple ideas to help your children hit

the daily produce goal? Try one or more of these tasty tips:

1. Pick ‘em yourself. There’s no easier way to get your

child elated about apples than by letting them see

how and where they’re grown—and even hand picking

some themselves. Apples are grown everywhere in the

continental U.S. and are harvested from September

through November in most areas of the country. Once

home, you can use that bushel to make the dietitian-

approved, kid-friendly suggestions below. Yum!

2. Get a hole in one. Instead of making traditional

calorie-laden caramel apples, cut apples in half and

hollow out enough of the apple to fill with one teaspoon

of caramel sauce or peanut butter. Research shows that

kids tend to eat more produce if it’s served with a dip.

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3. Bake up some sweetness. Kids love the sweetness

of baked apples. Remove the core of an apple, leaving ½

inch of the core at the bottom of the apple. Pour a small

amount of brown sugar and butter into the hole. Place

filled apple in an 8-inch square baking pan, then add 3/4

cup water to the pan. Bake at 375° for 30 to 40 minutes,

until tender. Serve with yogurt or ice cream.

4. Make your own effortless applesauce. You can

make your own applesauce using a slow cooker and

enjoy it on its own or use it as a healthier topping.

Simply combine 8 to 10 medium apples, peeled, cored

and roughly chopped, with ½ cup apple juice or cider, 1

tablespoon lemon juice, 2 teaspoons cinnamon and ¼

cup brown sugar (optional), and let it cook in the slow

cooker for 4 to 5 hours. Kick the nutrition up a notch by

keeping the peel on half of the apples.

5. Shop for slices. Several varieties of single-serve

pre-cut apple slices are available in most supermarkets;

some even come with a dip, like peanut butter or caramel

sauce. They’re perfect for a lunchbox, afterschool snack

or whenever you’re on the go and want a healthy nibble.

6. Sink your teeth into an apple sandwich. For a

great snack, core an apple and slice into 4 thick rounds.

Spread nut butter on two of the apple rounds, sprinkle

with granola and top with remaining two apple rounds.

1Produce for Better Health Foundation. State of the Plate: 2010 Study on Ameri-ca’s Consumption of Fruits and Vegetables, 2010. Web. http://www.pbhfounda-tion.org, accessed August 9, 2014.

2Produce for Better Health Foundation. Moms’ Attitudes and Beliefs Related to Fruit & Vegetable Consumption, 2007-2014, Produce for Better Health Founda-tion, 2014. Web. http://pbhfoundation.org/pdfs/about/res/ pbh_res/MomReport2014_WEB.pdf, accessed August 9, 2014.

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3 REASONS TO ADD APPLES TO YOUR DISEASE-FIGHTING ARSENAL

The expression “an apple a day keeps the doctor

away” can be traced back to medieval times,

and even thousands of years before that, many

cultures valued apples for their medicinal properties. Now,

modern-day research has confirmed many health benefits

associated with apples. In fact, there are hundreds of

published papers showing why apples are a true superfruit.

A large apple is the perfect portion-controlled portable

pick with 130 calories and 5 grams of filling fiber. It’s a

good source of vitamin C and contains no fat, sodium

or cholesterol. Apples are also a natural source of

health-promoting phytonutrients, including plant-based

antioxidants. Leave the skin on and you’ll score even

more nutrition perks; the skin is where two-thirds of the

fiber and beneficial antioxidants are found.

An apple (or two) a day can help keep the doctor away

because it:

Whittles Your Middle

Enjoy an apple or two a day and you might just avoid an

apple shape (where extra weight settles in the abdomen).

That’s because apples contain filling soluble fiber and

ursolic acid, a natural compound that has been found to

boost fat-burning. Researchers from the University of Rio

de Janeiro found that women who added three apples per

day to their diet lost more than two pounds in 10 weeks– a

greater loss than dieters who didn’t add apples.

Boosts Grey Matter

Apples are natural brain boosters. Researchers from

Cornell University found that nutrients in apples

protect brain neurons against oxidative damage, which

contributes to neurodegenerative diseases such as

Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease. Scientists believe

that a particular apple compound called quercetin

may be responsible for this protective effect. Another

study of people with moderate-to-severe Alzheimer’s

disease revealed that enjoying 8 ounces of apple juice

daily resulted in a 27 percent improvement in mood and

behavioral symptoms.

Keeps Your Heart Healthy

Eating apples is a heart-smart move because they

contain more than 20 essential vitamins and minerals,

as well as antioxidants and fiber. In one study in Finland,

apple consumption reduced the risk of dying from

heart disease by 19 percent among men and 43 percent

among women.

And, in a human clinical trial, eating just one apple per

day for four weeks reduced harmful LDL-oxidation by an

average of 40 percent.

For more information and links to the latest apple

research, visit USApple.org

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SOCIAL MEDIA THOUGHT STARTERS

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The U.S. Apple Association is the national trade association representing all of the apple industry. The social media handles for U.S. Apple Association and this initiative include:

Facebook: @USApples Twitter: @US_Apples Pinterest: USApples

Other hashtags to use for this nutrition communications campaign, if appropriate, include:

#USApples, #AppleNutrition, #AppleHarvest, #AppletizeMe

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AMERICA’S FAVORITE APPLES

Did you know that there are more than 2,500 varieties

of apples grown in the U.S.? Here are the top-10 most

purchased varieties. Did your favorite make the list?

1. Gala

2. Red Delicious

3. Fuji

4. Granny Smith

5. Honeycrisp

6. Golden Delicious

7. McIntosh

8. Pink Lady

9. Braeburn

10. Jazz

@USApples #AppleHarvest #AppletizeMe

APPLES MAKE PEELING OFF POUNDS EASIER

Thanks to filling soluble fiber and ursolic acid, a natural

compound that has been found to boost fat-burning,

apples may help you peel off pounds. Women who ate 3

apples per day lost 2 pounds in 10 weeks! For more reasons

to crunch on apples for your health, visit @USApples. #diet

#weightloss #USApples

HOW DO YOU LIKE THEM APPLES?

Apples are an icon of health and they’re everywhere–

from crispers to classrooms (a perfect present for a

favorite teacher) to clichés (an apple a day, the apple of

my eye, the best thing since sliced apples, and so on).

Find out the 10 reasons why they’re so healthy—and why

you should enjoy one (or two!) every day. (Link to the 10

Reasons to Adore Apples graphic) @USApples

WHAT’S YOUR APPLE PERSONALITY?

Are you a sports nut, hipster, adventurer or natural born

leader? Check out AppletizeMe! http://appletizeme.

com/whats-your-apple-personality/ from @USApples,

where you can match your personality to your favorite

apple and its perfect pairings like @Marzetti products, @

California Walnuts, @JohnsonvilleKitchens and @Roth

Cheese. #AppletizeMe #USApples

GRILLED CHEESE & APPLE SANDWICHES? YOU BET!

Instead of serving apples as a fresh fruit snack, how

about making kid-friendly sandwiches with apples? Kids

will love this dietitian-developed Sweet and Cheesy

Apple Panini (Link to recipe) from @USApples that’s a

healthier twist to a grilled cheese sandwich. #USApples

#grilledcheese #healthyrecipes USApple.org

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THE PERFECT PICK

What kind of apple do you want: Sweet and juicy? Tangy

yet tender? Tart and crisp? Do you want one that’s perfect

for snacking, baking or for a salad? With so many varieties

readily available, use this guide from @USApples to

help you find the perfect apple—and a perfect pairing at

http://appletizeme.com/category/pairings/. #USApples

#fallfoods #AppletizeMe

YUCK TO YUM! DELICIOUS APPLE RECIPES YOUR KIDS

WILL LOVE

Looking for great ways to get your kids excited about

eating more fruit? Apples are one of kids’ favorite fruits

and go well in kid-friendly recipes, like baked apples

a la mode, inside-out caramel apples, apple kebobs

and apple sandwiches from @USApples. #USApples

#healthyrecipes #nutrition

SUGGESTED TWEETS

#USApples may help improve memory and more. Read

all the ways @US_Apples benefit #health (Link to blog

post 3 Reasons to Add Apples to Your Disease-

Fighting Arsenal)

10 Great Ways to Enjoy @US_Apples this Fall! #recipes

#healthyeating (Link to the 10 Reasons to Adore

Apples graphic) #USApples

Check out these kid-friendly, #RDN approved #apple

#snacks! #healthyeating @US_Apples (Link to blog

post Apple Appeal: 7 Reasons Your Kids Will Fall for

this Fruit)

#USApples can help you peel off pounds @US_Apples

#weightloss #diets (Link to blog post 3 Reasons to Add

Apples to Your Disease-Fighting Arsenal)

Wow your guests this season with this Easy Applesauce

Cake #healthyrecipes #USapples @US_Apples (Link to

Easy Applesauce Cake recipe)

7 Appealing #USApple #Snacks for Your Kids

#healthysnacks @US_Apples (Link to blog post Apple

Appeal: 7 Reasons Your Kids Will Fall for this Fruit)

Are you a sports nut, hipster or adventurer? Check out @

US_Apples’ AppletizeMe.com to find your #AppletizeMe

personality!

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RETAIL DIETITIAN INCENTIVE PRIZE PROGRAM FROM THE U.S. APPLE ASSOCIATION

The U.S. Apple Association (USApple) will award incentive prizes to three retail R.D.s who most effectively communicate the materials in this toolkit to consumers and the media.

Prize winners will be chosen by USApple by December 31, 2014, and

will be based on the following criteria:

• Store website, social media, publications or in-store materials

that reference U.S.-grown apples and specific varieties, recipes,

USApple social media hashtags, apple nutrition and health benefits,

and usage tips.

• Local, regional or national print, online or broadcast media

interviews or community events that include any of the USApple

toolkit materials.

To be considered for the prizes, please submit screenshots, web

links, photos, media articles/interviews to Wendy Brannen at

USApple (wbrannen@usapple.org). Entries must be received by

December 1, 2014.

FIRST PRIZE:

$250 gift card from Williams-Sonoma, a

beautiful box of hand-picked apples, and a

copy of award-winning The Apple Lover’s

Cookbook by Amy Traverso, senior food

and home editor of Yankee magazine.

Amy, not only an editor but also an

experienced chef, offers a guide to 59

popular apple varieties—including origin,

flavor, best uses, availability—and serves

up 100 easy-to-make recipes ranging

from appetizers to desserts.

SECOND PRIZE:

$100 gift card from Williams-Sonoma

plus hand-picked apples and a copy of

The Apple Lover's Cookbook (details

above).

THIRD PRIZE:

$50 gift card from Williams-Sonoma plus

hand-picked apples and a copy of The

Apple Lover's Cookbook (details above).

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PEER-REVIEWED REFERENCES FOR U.S. APPLE TOOLKIT

For more information about specific apple and

human health research, visit U.S. Apple Association

for their downloadable Apple Health Benefits

resource page (http://www.usapple.org/PDF/

Health%20Benefits%20Research%20Summary%20

7-10.pdf), which includes references.

Below are additional references to specific studies and

research covered in this toolkit. If you need a pdf of any

research article cited, please contact Wendy Brannen

and U.S. Apple Association, wbrannen@usapple.org.

Selected References for 10 Reasons to Adore Apples

APPLES AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Kunkel SD1, Elmore CJ, Bongers KS et al. Ursolic acid

increases skeletal muscle and brown fat and decreases

diet-induced obesity, glucose intolerance and fatty liver

disease. PLoS One. 2012;7(6):e39332.

de Oliveira MC1, Sichieri R, Venturim Mozzer R. A low-

energy-dense diet adding fruit reduces weight and

energy intake in women. Appetite. 2008 Sep;51(2):291-5.

APPLES AND CANCER PROTECTION

Hyson D., A Comprehensive Review of Apples and Apple

Components and Their Relationship to Human Health.

Adv Nutr. 2011 Sep;2(5):408-20.

APPLES AND HEART HEALTH

Hyson D., A Comprehensive Review of Apples and Apple

Components and Their Relationship to Human Health.

Adv Nutr. 2011 Sep;2(5):408-20.

Larsson SC1, Virtamo J, Wolk A.Total and specific fruit and

vegetable consumption and risk of stroke: a prospective

study. Atherosclerosis. 2013 Mar;227(1):147-52.

Hyson D, Studebaker-Hallman D, Davis PA, Gershwin ME.

Apple juice consumption reduces plasma low-density

lipoprotein oxidation in healthy men and women. J Med

Food. 2000 Winter;3(4):159-66.

APPLES AND BRAIN HEALTH

Remington R1, Chan A, Lepore A, Kotlya E, Shea TB.

Apple juice improved behavioral but not cognitive

symptoms in moderate-to-late stage Alzheimer’s disease

in an open-label pilot study. Am J Alzheimers Dis Other

Demen. 2010 Jun;25(4):367-71.

Chan A, Shea TB. Supplementation with apple juice

attenuates presenilin-1 overexpression during dietary

and genetically-induced oxidative stress. J Alzheimers

Dis. 2006 Dec;10(4):353-8.

APPLES AND BLOOD SUGAR CONTROL

Reference: Song Y, Manson J, Buring J, Sesson H, Lin

S. Associations of dietary flavonoids with risk of type

2 diabetes, and markers of insulin resistance and

systemic inflammation in women: a prospective and

crosssectional analysis. J Am Coll Nutr. 2005;24:376–84.

APPLES AND LUNG HEALTH

Hyson D., A Comprehensive Review of Apples and Apple

Components and Their Relationship to Human Health.

Adv Nutr. 2011 Sep;2(5):408-20.

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For any additional USApple information including media relations, images, recipes, nutrition facts, health research, consumer insights,

in-store promotions or any other needs, contact the U.S. Apple Association.

U.S. Apple Association

Wendy Brannen | Director, Consumer Health & Public Relations | U.S. Apple Association

8233 Old Courthouse Rd, Ste 200 | Vienna, VA 22182 | P: 703.291.8842

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