Benefits of Orange
June 19, 2008
Orange is one of most famous fruits in world, and it is liked by everyone. It has a very good taste and a very refreshing odour. Orange is loaded with vitamins, and the most abundant vitamin in orange is Vitamin C. These powerful vitamins protect our body against harmful elements. There are lots of benefits of orange, like it is a very good astringent for oily skin, for those who are afraid of oily skins especially during rainy seasons, applying orange juice will refresh your skin. Orange peels are also very good for skin; sun dried orange peels in powdered form can be applied on oily skin.
Other nutrition benefits of orange are that it is rich in Beta carotene, which is a powerful antioxidant guarding the health of our cells. Our brain needs folic acid for proper development which is found in Oranges. They help in maintaining blood pressure as they contain good amount of magnesium, also oranges have high potassium content which helps in maintaining a healthy cardiovascular system. The food we eat is converted into energy by thiamin found in orange.
Orange juice is an integral part of diet, however it is recommended that orange should be eaten full, as the fiber content will be lost in extracting juice. Calcium in oranges ensures strong teeth and bone.
Carotenoids in oranges act as powerful antioxidants against harmful radicals that can reduce the effect of early aging. The phytonutrients in oranges enable the nutrients to work more efficiently. Vitamin B6 in oranges enhances the processing of protein and carbohydrates in food. Vitamin B6 also supports the production of hemoglobin that carries oxygen to all parts of the body. A daily glass of orange juice can help prevent the repetition of kidney stones. The fiber in orange reduces cholesterol level in the body. The natural fruit sugar, fructose in orange controls the rising blood sugar levels after a meal. So, make sure that you have that delicious fruit as a part of your everyday diet.
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