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Claim Text: Dr. Bondonno added that you should wash apples thoroughly before eating them to avoid pesticide exposure.
Simplified Text: Dr. Bondonno advised washing apples thoroughly before eating them to avoid pesticide exposure.
Confidence Score: 0.950
Claim Maker: Dr. Bondonno
Context Type: News Article
Context Details: { "date": "2024-09-23", "person": "Dr. Bondonno" }
Subject Tags: Advice Food Safety
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Created: September 30, 2026 at 10:05 AM (2 weeks ago)
Last Updated: September 30, 2026 at 10:05 AM (2 weeks ago)

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How Healthy Are Apples? They’re America’s most popular fruit. Here’s why that’s a great thing.

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https://nytimes.com/2024/09/23/well/eat/apples-health-benefits-recipes.html

Apples, America's most popular fruit, are packed with health benefits, including improving gut health, supporting heart health, and reducing chronic inflammation. Nutrition experts highlight their fiber, beneficial bacteria, and polyphenols.

Apples Nutrition Health Benefits Dietary Fiber Heart Health Inflammation Recipes

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