Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away? A nutritionist explains the science behind ‘functional’ foods

While apples aren’t considered a superfood, they are considered a functional food. Caterina Oltean/500px Prime via Getty ImagesWe’ve all heard that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but how true is that?Apples are not high in vitamin A, nor are they beneficial for vision like carrots. They are not a great source of