Yes, apples can raise HDL (good) cholesterol.
According to research, regular apple consumption is associated with several beneficial effects on cholesterol levels, including increasing HDL cholesterol. A study showed that people with slightly elevated cholesterol who ate two apples a day for eight weeks experienced a reduction in both total and LDL cholesterol, in addition to the increase in HDL cholesterol.
Therefore, incorporating apples into your diet may contribute to improved cholesterol levels.
