Did You Know That… Oranges

by hbhs07, posted in Did You Know?

Oranges are an enjoyable, fragrant, tasty, juicy and sweet fruit, low in calories and highly nutritious. You can eat them fresh or in the form of freshly prepared juice. You can add them to salads, include them in dishes, or simply enjoy them in sweets and biscuits. However you include them in your diet, you are doing your body good.

Did you know that consuming one orange a day has multiple health benefits? Keep reading to find out what they are.

Studies show that regular consumption of oranges has many health benefits.

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Health benefits of regular consumption of oranges include:

  • Helps keep the digestive system healthy – One orange contains 10% of the Daily Value of fibre, which supports the digestive system.
  • Maintains a healthy weight – A good amount of fibre helps prevent obesity.
  • Reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease – A diet rich in fibre helps reduce the risk of heart disease and blockage of the arteries.
  • Prevents colon cancer – A large amount of fibre supports healthy intestines.
  • Strengthens the immune system – A high amount of vitamin C, antioxidants, and bioactive plant compounds helps to strengthen the immune system.
  • Fights inflammation – The high content of flavonoids contributes to reducing inflammation in the body.
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Other health benefits of oranges include: promoting eye health and improving vision, maintaining good brain health and improving cognition, memory and preventing neurodegenerative disorders, improving skin health and maintaining healthy joints and bones.

Oranges contain a large amount of vitamin C, A and B6, Niacin, thiamine, phosphorus, sulphur, pantothenic acid, riboflavin, folic acid, selenium, iron, magnesium, manganese, choline, copper, potassium and calcium. They are also rich in carotenoids that fight free radicals and prevent cell oxidation.

Oranges contain a large amount of phenolic compounds, especially flavonoids, which contribute to most of their antioxidant properties.

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➥ DISCLAIMER: This post is not intended to replace medical treatment. The information provided is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.