We all know the saying; ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’. But do you know why apples are so good for you? Here are just a few of the health benefits:
- High in fibre
- Source of vitamin C and potassium
- Stabilises your blood sugar levels
- Contains pectin and quercetin which contribute to good gut health
Get the goodness in with our range of products made from organically grown apples right here on our farm.
Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with Wild Mother
Apple cider vinegar has been quite the wonder ingredient in the health world in recent years - and for good reason. Studies have shown that taking a spoonful of apple cider vinegar every day has many health benefits including boosting your microbiome and lowering blood sugar levels. Highbank Orchards’ Organic Apple Cider Vinegar with Wild Mother is packed with 10 billion microbes that are powerhouses for your immune system and overall gut health. Add to warm water, take a spoonful or introduce it into smoothies.
Choose from the original or our infusions range with gingko, French tarragon, thyme, sage, rosemary or lavender.
Organic Balsamic Vinegar with Wild Mother
Balsamic vinegar is low calorie and makes a tangy salad dressing, but it is also full of polyphenols which can help to aid digestion. Drizzle on dishes for an extra kick that is scrumptious and good for you.
Choose from balsamic cider vinegar or oak barrel aged which has an even deeper, woody flavour.
Made by the bees buzzing around the farm, Highbank Orchards Honey is not only a delicious natural sweetener but it is also great for those suffering with allergies. Consuming local honey contains pollen produced from biodiversity and contributes to your tolerance of local pollen. Feeling under the weather? Stir into a hot mug of tea or eat a spoonful to ease a sore throat and boost your immune system.
You don’t have to be the designated driver to enjoy our refreshing Driver’s Cider. It contains zero alcohol but still holds the delicious apple flavour of cider. Introduce this as a substitute for your usual tipple to still enjoy a refreshing beverage while cutting back on your alcohol consumption.
We wouldn’t be an orchard without apple juice and our organic apples are pressed into juice right here on our farm. With no additives or preservatives, the sweet but zingy juice is a great substitute for soft drinks as it is lower in sugar and contains the goodness of our apples.
We are proudly organic and no pesticides or sprays have touched our land for over 30 years. This keeps the nutritional benefits of our apples intact which is passed onto our products so that you get the full health benefits. Kickstart your health journey now by shopping online or in store at our farm shop!
