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Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled

Fruits Per 100 g · Per 100g serving
Also available: Raw

Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled is a fruit at 53.0 calories per 100g. This fruit is virtually fat-free. Fruits are naturally rich in vitamins, dietary fiber, and antioxidants. They are an important part of a balanced diet and contribute to daily micronutrient needs. Our database tracks 64 nutrients for this food, plus glycemic index, polyphenol profile, environmental footprint data.

53.0
Calories
kcal
0.26
Protein
g
0.36
Fat
g
13.6
Carbs
g
2.4
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

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Carbohydrate
13.6 g
10% DV
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Fiber
2.4 g
6% DV
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Manganese
0.12 mg
5% DV

Data for 64 of 150 tracked nutrients

Nutrient Fingerprint

How this food scores across key nutrient categories, as a percentage of the daily recommended value per 100 g. Based on USDA DRIs for adults.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Macronutrients 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water SR85.5g
2%
Calories SR53.0kcal
Energy (kJ) SR222kj
Protein SR0.26g
0%
Total Fat SR0.36g
Carbohydrate SR13.6g
10%
Fiber SR2.4g
6%
Total Sugars SR11.0g
Ash SR0.28g
Minerals 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium SR5.0mg
0%
Iron SR0.19mg
2%
Magnesium SR3.0mg
1%
Phosphorus SR8.0mg
1%
Potassium SR88.0mg
3%
Sodium SR1.0mg
0%
Zinc SR0.04mg
0%
Copper SR0.04mg
4%
Manganese SR0.12mg
5%
Selenium SR0.30µg
0%
Vitamins 24
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) SR44.0µg
5%
Vitamin A (IU) SR2.0IU
Retinol SR0µg
Beta-Carotene SR19.0µg
Alpha-Carotene SR0µg
Beta-Cryptoxanthin SR14.0µg
Lycopene SR0µg
Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR19.0µg
Vitamin C SR0.20mg
0%
Vitamin D SR0µg
Vitamin D (IU) SR0IU
Vitamin E SR0.05mg
0%
Vitamin K1 SR0.60µg
0%
Thiamin (B1) SR0.02mg
1%
Riboflavin (B2) SR0.01mg
1%
Niacin (B3) SR0.10mg
1%
Pantothenic Acid (B5) SR0.05mg
1%
Vitamin B6 SR0.04mg
3%
Folate SR1.0µg
0%
Folic Acid SR0µg
Folate (food) SR1.0µg
Folate (DFE) SR1.0µg
Vitamin B12 SR0µg
Choline SR3.4mg
1%
Fatty Acids 8
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat SR0.06g
Monounsaturated Fat SR0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat SR0.10g
Trans Fat SR0g
Cholesterol SR0mg
Omega-3 EPA SR0g
Omega-3 DPA SR0g
Omega-3 DHA SR0g
Individual Fatty Acids 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Butyric Acid (4:0) SR0g
Caproic Acid (6:0) SR0g
Caprylic Acid (8:0) SR0g
Capric Acid (10:0) SR0g
Lauric Acid (12:0) SR0.001g
Myristic Acid (14:0) SR0.002g
Palmitic Acid (16:0) SR0.05g
Stearic Acid (18:0) SR0.007g
Linoleic Acid (18:2) SR0.09g
0%
Linolenic Acid (18:3) SR0.02g
Other 3
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Caffeine SR0mg
Theobromine SR0mg
Alcohol SR0g

Nutrient Density Score

The NRF9.3 score measures overall nutritional quality per 100 kcal. It rewards 9 nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium) and penalizes 3 to limit (saturated fat, added sugars, sodium). Higher is better; negative scores indicate the food is high in limit nutrients relative to its beneficial content.

34
NRF9.3 Score
Moderate · per 100 kcal
Poor (<0) Moderate Good Excellent (100+)

NRF9.3 index: Fulgoni et al. (2009), J Nutr 139(8). DVs based on FDA 2020 reference values.

How Cooking Changes Nutrients

Estimated percentage of each nutrient retained after cooking, based on USDA retention factors for the “Fresh Fruits” food category. Values of 100% mean no loss; lower values indicate nutrients lost to heat, water, or oxidation.

Key insights
Vitamin C loses up to 30% when sautéed. Baked retains 80%.
Folate loses up to 50% when sautéed. Baked retains 60%.

Source: USDA Table of Nutrient Retention Factors, Release 6 (2007). Retention values are category-level averages — actual retention depends on cooking time, temperature, and water volume.

USDA Retention Factors

Glycemic Impact

The Glycemic Index (GI) measures how quickly a food raises blood sugar on a 0–100 scale. Glycemic Load (GL) accounts for typical serving size. Low GI < 55, Medium 56–69, High ≥ 70.

36
Glycemic Index
Low GI
5
Glycemic Load
Low GL (per 120g)
GI Scale 36
0 Low <55 Med High ≥70 100

GI data matched from: “Apple, raw” · ●●● high confidence

Source: International Tables of Glycemic Index (Sydney University, 2021)

Polyphenols & Bioactive Compounds

Polyphenols are plant-derived compounds with antioxidant properties. Higher intake is associated with reduced cardiovascular risk and improved gut health.

136
Total Polyphenols
mg per 100g · Rich Source
2
Polyphenol Classes
identified in this food
Flavonoids107 mg79%
Phenolic Acids29 mg21%

Processing Impact on Polyphenols

How common cooking methods affect polyphenol content in fruits. Retention % is relative to the raw/unprocessed food.

Best Method
Freezing
95% retained
Most Loss
Juicing
52% retained
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Freezing95%
Excellent retention; flash-freezing preserves structure and polyp≈129 mg
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Drying82%
Moderate heat degradation offset by concentration; sun-drying ret≈112 mg
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Boiling68%
Significant leaching of water-soluble flavonoids into cooking wat≈92 mg
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Baking/Roasting65%
Dry heat degrades anthocyanins more than other flavonoids≈88 mg
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Canning55%
Prolonged thermal treatment and water contact cause significant l≈75 mg
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Juicing52%
Fiber-bound polyphenols lost with pulp; clear juices lose more th≈71 mg

Health Associations

Research-backed associations for the polyphenol classes found in this food. Evidence strength rated from systematic reviews and meta-analyses.

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↓ Cardiovascular disease riskModerate
Flavonoids: Meta-analyses of prospective cohorts show 10-20% lower CVD risk with higher flav
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↓ Blood pressureModerate
Flavonoids: RCTs show modest systolic BP reductions (2-5 mmHg) with flavanol-rich cocoa and
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↑ Antioxidant capacityStrong
Phenolic Acids: Chlorogenic acid (coffee) and ferulic acid (grains) show consistent antioxidant
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↑ Glucose metabolismModerate
Phenolic Acids: Chlorogenic acid may slow glucose absorption and improve insulin sensitivity
⚠ Most evidence is from observational studies and in vitro research. Randomized controlled trials are limited. Individual responses vary based on gut microbiome, genetics, and overall diet. Associations do not prove causation.

Polyphenol data matched from: “Apple, raw, with skin” · ●●● high confidence

Source: Phenol-Explorer 3.6 (INRA, 2023) · Retention: Rothwell 2013, Palermo 2014 · Health: Del Bo' 2019, Grosso 2017

Environmental Impact

Environmental footprint per kilogram of food produced. Data represents the global average for the “Apples” category.

0.43
kg CO₂e / kg
Very Low Impact
0.57
m² land / kg
Land Use
180
L water / kg
Water Use
3.5
g SO₂e / kg
Acidification
How this compares (GHG emissions)
Potatoes (0.5)Chicken (9.9)Beef (99.5)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions0.43 kg CO₂e / kg
Land Use0.57 m² / kg
Water Use180 L / kg
Eutrophication2.0 g PO₄e / kg
Acidification3.5 g SO₂e / kg
⚠️ Important context about this data
  • Global averages: These figures are production-weighted averages from a meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms across 119 countries (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Actual impact varies enormously by farming method, geography, and supply chain.
  • System boundary: Cradle-to-retail only — does not include consumer transport, home cooking energy, or food waste.
  • Soil carbon not included: This data does not account for soil carbon sequestration. Some argue that well-managed regenerative grazing partially offsets ruminant emissions; however, full lifecycle accounting — including methane, land-use change, and the opportunity cost of using land for grazing vs. reforestation — typically makes the net footprint of ruminant meat higher, not lower. This is especially relevant in temperate grassland regions like Ireland.
  • Not gospel: This data is informational and illustrative. It is useful for understanding relative magnitudes, but should not be treated as precise measurements for any individual product or farm.

Source: Poore & Nemecek (2018), Science 360(6392). Meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms, 119 countries, 46 product categories.

Global Supply: Fruits

Top 10 countries by per capita supply of the “Fruits” food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023). This is food group–level data from FAO Food Balance Sheets, not specific to this individual food.

1.
Dominican Republic
618
2.
Oman
424
3.
Uganda
422
4.
Guyana
416
5.
Sao Tome and Principe
366
6.
Saudi Arabia
352
7.
Papua New Guinea
317
8.
Dominica
308
9.
Albania
293
10.
Ghana
286

Global Supply Trend (1961–2023)

+38%
1961: 93 kcal2023: 128 kcal

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste, converted to kcal/capita/day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled?

Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled contains 53.0 kcal per 100 grams, making it a low-calorie food. The energy comes from 0.26g of protein (2% of calories), 0.36g of fat (6%), and 13.6g of carbohydrates (103%). Carbohydrates are the primary energy source.

What is Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled is Carbohydrate, providing 13.6 g per 100g (10% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Fiber (6% DV). Our database tracks 64 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled high in protein?

At 0.26g per 100 grams, Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled is not a significant source of protein. Pair with protein-rich foods like legumes, meat, fish, or dairy to meet daily protein needs.

How much fiber is in Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled?

Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled contains 2.4g of fiber per 100 grams, which is a small amount. To increase fiber intake, consider pairing with high-fiber foods such as legumes, whole grains, or vegetables.

What is the glycemic index of Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled?

Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled has a glycemic index of 36, which is classified as low (≤55). Low-GI foods cause a slower, more gradual rise in blood sugar levels, which may be beneficial for blood sugar management. The glycemic load, which accounts for typical serving size, provides additional context for real-world blood sugar impact.

Does Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled contain polyphenols?

Yes, Apples, raw, without skin, cooked, boiled contains approximately 136 mg of polyphenols per 100g, primarily from the high class. Polyphenols are bioactive plant compounds associated with antioxidant properties. Their retention can vary with cooking and processing methods — see the processing impact section above for details.