Do you ever wonder if there are nutritional differences between apple varieties? While there’s truly no “bad” apple, there are differences, says dietitian Anna Taylor, MS, RD, LD. When it comes to antioxidants, in particular, all apples are not created equal.

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Apple picking: How to choose the best

Love apples? Here’s what makes apples awesome:

17% daily dietary fiber.

95 calories.

19 grams of natural sugar.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away.

Apples are packed with immunity-boosting plant nutrients (phytonutrients) that act as antioxidants. Compared to other fruits and vegetables apples shine. They may help lower risks for:

But they are not all created equal.

6 Best Picks: These beauties are good to the core. They’re among the highest in overall nutrients.

Granny Smith (green and tart).

Red Delicious (sweet and classic).

Reineta (mottled green, from Spain).

Fuji (bright, juicy and crisp).

Gala (mild and pleasant).

Jonagold (traditional, sweet and tart).

3 Worst Picks: No apple is a bad apple. But these are at the bottom of the barrel for overall nutrients.

Empire (crunchy and sweet).

Cortland (tart and crispy).

Golden Delicious (sweet and delicate).

The fresher, the better. From the moment apples are picked, they start to lose nutrients.

Fridge or bowl? Refrigeration doesn’t significantly impact phytonutrients.

Size matters. Very large apples can contain a whopping 200 calories — so watch your waistline.