Apple vs Lychee – Which is Healthier?
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Our Verdict
When comparing apples to lychees, we picked the lychees.
Why?
Both have their strengths!
In terms of macros, apples have more fiber, while lychees have more protein and carbs. Given the relative differences, we say this round’s a modest win for apples, on balance.
In the category of vitamins, apples have more of vitamins B1, E, and K, while lychees have more of vitamins B2, B3, B6, B7, B9, and C, winning convincingly.
Looking at minerals, apples are slightly higher in calcium, while lychees are much higher in copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc, winning by a large margin.
Adding up the sections makes for a clear overall win for lychees, but by all means enjoy either or both, as diversity is best!
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