Origin and history

Apple is the fruit of the tree Malus domestica (family Rosaceae). It is a sweet edible fruit with phytochemicals, particularly polyphenols of benefits health effects. Also, apples are a rich source of fiber. Dietary fiber from apples include insoluble fiber, mainly cellulose and soluble fiber, such as pectin that that help strengthen the intestinal microbiota. In addition, apple pectin has been recognized for its health-promoting properties, which include lowering blood pressure, protects against metabolic syndrome, lowering glucose levels, and lowering bad cholesterol levels.

Now, The Green Labs LLC. offers Conventional Apple Fiber Powder from apple trees cultivated in Brazil and manufactured in our industrial plant in Brazil.

References

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Botanical Name: Apple Fiber Powder – Conventional

Ref Number: TGLAJP

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