It is one of the most popular fruits and is available all year round. It also has multiple health benefits: It contains pectin that reduces cholesterol and diabetes, amino acids, acids, sugars, and fibers. It also has anti-inflammatory properties for the digestive system, acting as a mild laxative and astringent in cases of diarrhea or colitis. It is also diuretic and purifying, anti-catarrhal, hypotensive, and helps in the elimination of fats. There are many varieties of apples and the season generally starts in September and lasts until June, although there are varieties that are on the market from August to November and others all year round. The most popular varieties are: - Fuji: round, medium-sized, dark red skin with a yellowish green background, dense, sweet, and crunchy flesh, long shelf life. - Pink Lady: a cross between the Australian Lady Williams apple and the Golden Delicious, pink skin, sweet and crunchy, not very starchy, with a strawberry and vanilla aroma. - Marlene: variety from Südtirol in the Alps. - Royal Extra: very round shape, skin with red and orange stripes and a greenish yellow background, white, crunchy, sweet, and tasty flesh. - Granny Smith: bright green skin, crunchy and acidic, strong texture and slow oxidation. - Golden: smooth, bright yellow skin, white flesh, and very sweet. - Golden Fr.: Golden variety from France. - Starking: one of the best-known varieties, with shiny skin with red and greenish stripes, yellowish white, crunchy flesh, and sweet flavor.