Oranges has long been evaluated for their antioxidants and nutritional properties.
It has been scientifically proven to bring many health benefits, thanks to their richness of vitamins and minerals. I made a list based on studies and researches.
- It is a re-mineralizing and rejuvenating body recommended to all people regardless of age.
Orange and its properties
The fruit contains almost 90% water, vitamins A, B, C, minerals, potassium, magnesium and calcium.
Contains 13% sugar.
the orange pH level is 2.5 or 3 depending on maturity, size, or variety.
Short History
Oranges has its origins in South East Asia, India, Greece, Turkey.
Oranges are called by the Chinese people as "Chinese apple", it were considered an elixir of youth.
- Currently, Brazil is the world's most important orange producer, followed by the US and Mexico.
Attention, these natural medicine advices you gonna find along this post are informative, not a medical prescription. Consult your doctor before starting any treatment.
1. Strengthen the immune system.
Vitamin C is essential to the immune system, fortifying it and reducing the level of inflammation in the body.
- the abundance of orange polyphenols protects against viral infections.
- oranges are associated by experts with a low risk of death from cancer and cardiovascular problems.
2.Helps respiratory system.
Eating foods rich in beta-cryptoxanthin, a carotenoid that is found in :
- oranges, corn, pumpkin, papaya, red pepper and peaches may decrease the risk of lung cancer.
A study reviewed the diet and lifestyle of 60,000 adults in Shanghai, China.
- When smokers (who ate the same type of food) were evaluated, they had a 37% lower risk of having lung cancer than smokers who did not eat the same type of food.
3.Prevents liver diseases.
4. Oranges are rich in fiber.
- fibers are good for diabetics because they control glycemia and fructose prevents blood sugar levels from growing.
5.Improves vision
6. Oranges prevent kidney stones
If you want to reduce the risk of kidney stones, drink orange juice.
- A study published in the British Journal of Nutrition informs that if you drink 1/2 - 1 liter of orange juice, grapefruit or apple daily significantly reduce the risk of kidney stones.
7. Protects the heart
The World Health Organization wrote in a report that a diet with many citruses have the role of protecting the heart from cardiovascular disease due to the high content of:
- folate and Vitamin C
- potassium ( reduces hypertension, protectetion against heart attacks)
A daily portion of fruit reduces the risk of heart attack by 4%.
8. Helps brain function
- Japan's Tohoku University has made a major study and found that oranges could be a powerful weapon against dementia.
9. Protection against rheumatoid arthritis
10. Oxygenation and blood purification
11. Cancer Prevention
- Oranges are rich in citric lemonoids, substances that fight against many cancers, including melanoma, breast and colon cancer.
12. Positive effects in multiple diseases
13. Oranges can make miracles for your skin:
Healthy skin - antioxidants fight against free radicals, helps restore the collagen in the body, which is responsible for the firmness of the skin and prevents its premature aging.
Acne- The high citric acid from oranges is effective to eliminate the acne.
Whiter skin - the orange peel is a natural whitening agent that can effectively remove pigmentation spots.
Healthy Tips
- Orange pulp has a calming effect on the skin if it is applied as a mask and mixed with a little sour cream.
- If you mix orange juice with a spoonful of honey you will get a moisturizing mask.
- This juice is also good for teeth and natural teeth whitening.