A cup of Hot apple cider a day....keeps the doctor away??

So that saying " an apple a day keep's the doctor away" made me look at my cup of Hot Apple Cider, that I absolutely love to indulge in this time of year, and got me thinking..........those of you struggling with a cold, bronchitis, the flu, etc, lets think about this:

Hot Apple Cider has quite a few benefits if you consider what comes in that little package called an apple.:

 It's Hot! (great for anyone with a nasty cold)

Apples are high in vitamins C (great for boosting your immune system!)

Apples are rich in flavanoid (known for their antioxidant effects)

Apples are low in calories (contains natural sugars so it can help curb sugar cravings)

Apples help prevent cancers, and contain phenols which help reduce bad cholesterol and increases good cholesterol.

Apples are high in fiber.

Apples prevent tooth decay- the juice from apples have properties that can kill up to 80% of bacteria

Apples can help protect your brain from brain disease, as they contain phytonutrients which help prevent neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinsons.

Don't forget to throw in a cinnamon stick or sprinkle a little cinnamon on top,which adds antibacterial and anti-oxidant properties.

Sick or not, enjoy a cup of guiltless Hot Apple Cider this season!

PECANS

                                                                         PECANS!!!

So my mom brought me a bag of goodies tonight, and it was full of pecans!! I have a fond memory of going to a pecan orchard with my family and friends when I was younger and collecting so many bags of pecans. Learning the art of cracking them, so they didn't get crushed inside, and being so delighted when you actually could pull the nut out whole, it was like winning a prize!

DID YOU KNOW??

   ~Pecans contain more than 19 vitamins and minerals including:
                – vitamin A
                -  vitamin E
                -  folic acid
                -  calcium
                -  magnesium
                -  phosphorus
                -  potassium,
                -  several B vitamins and zinc.

One ounce of pecans provides 10 percent of the recommended Daily Value for fiber.

Just a few fun facts to think about when you indulge yourself with a slice of pecan pie this holiday season!