<P> A typical apple serving weighs 242 grams and provides 126 calories with a moderate content of dietary fiber (table). Otherwise, there is generally low content of essential nutrients (table). </P> <P> The whole fruit including the skin, except for the seeds, is suitable for human consumption . The core, containing the seeds, is usually not eaten and is discarded . </P> <P> Apples can be consumed various ways: juice, raw in salads, baked in pies, cooked into sauces, and other baked dishes . </P> <P> Several techniques are used to preserve apples and apple products . Apples can be canned, dried or froze . Canned or frozen apples are eventually baked into pies or other cooked dishes . Apple juice or cider is also bottled . Apple juice is often concentrated and froze . </P>

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