An apple a day keeps the doctor away

@nawala123 (24733)
Indonesia
October 20, 2026 4:03am CST
Have you ever heard "an apple a day keeps the doctor away"? Eating an apple a day does not automatically mean you will never get sick or never need to see a doctor. Scientific research indicates that people who regularly eat apples do not necessarily visit the doctor less frequently than those who rarely eat them. This saying is actually an old-fashioned figure of speech that emphasizes the importance of consuming nutritious food particularly fruits to maintain overall physical health. Although they cannot replace the role of a doctor, apples are highly nutritious fruits, rich in beneficial components such as fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
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@iKONICNoona (4543)
• Philippines
20 Oct
Yes, actually I always hear that phrase specially with seniors and older people. It also reminds us that eating fruits like apples can help keep our body healthy and our well being good . And that apple in the picture is tempting Im craving apples now hahaha
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@nawala123 (24733)
• Indonesia
20 Oct
In Indonesia we use the fruit banana rather than Apple
@Nawsheen (29001)
• Mauritius
20 Oct
Eating an apple every day won't keep us from getting sick, but it's a good reminder to eat more fruit. I actually prefer apples when they're cold and crunchy. Do you eat apples regularly, or do you prefer other fruits?
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@nawala123 (24733)
• Indonesia
20 Oct
Yes i do agree
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@celticeagle (195239)
• Boise, Idaho
21 Oct
Yes, I have heard that all of my life. Yes, more nutritious food and less processed is a good way to go.
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@celticeagle (195239)
• Boise, Idaho
22 Oct
@nawala123 ...........yes, indeed.
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@nawala123 (24733)
• Indonesia
21 Oct
And more fibre
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@xstitcher (40632)
• Petaluma, California
20 Oct
Yep, I've heard it. While apples are good for you, I don't know that they would keep you from seeing a doctor...
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@nawala123 (24733)
• Indonesia
21 Oct
It is just a saying. Not 100% correct
@JudyEv (390228)
• Rockingham, Australia
20 Oct
That is a very well-known saying. I remember it from my earliest days.
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@nawala123 (24733)
• Indonesia
20 Oct
Apple is more popular in the west. In my country it is banana
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@valherma00 (5949)
• Zagreb, Croatia (Hrvatska)
20 Oct
i've heard of this quote and also believed i would never get sick in my entire life
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@nawala123 (24733)
• Indonesia
21 Oct
Lol it is just a myth. But at least it drives to take more fruit
@thelme55 (80319)
• Germany
20 Oct
Yes, of course I have heard it before. I use it sometimes but change the apple to —-A smile a day keeps the doctor away.
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@nawala123 (24733)
• Indonesia
20 Oct
Smile is relaxing
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@Wrexxo (10108)
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20 Oct
Yeah I grew up hearing that one all the time, even from my mom. I think it's more about eating good food in general than the apple itself. Still, apples are my go to snack, they are cheap and they taste good so why not.
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@nawala123 (24733)
• Indonesia
20 Oct
But practically in my country Apple is expensive and banana is more affordable
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