The Benefits of Orange

Orange is one of the common fruits we consume daily as we believe it carry many benefits, especially as an excellent source of vitamin C.  According to an article, one orange supplies 116.2 per cent of the daily value for vitamin C and sharing that good intake of vitamin C is associated with a reduced risk of colon cancer as it helps to get of free radicals that cause damage to our DNA.

A research also reveals that people with high blood levels of alpha-carotene live longer and are less likely to die of heart disease and cancer than people who have little or none of it in their bloodstream. Alpha-carotene is an antioxidant can be found in orange.

Besides, medicalnewstoday.com also shares one medium orange (approximately 154 grams) contains 80 calories, 0 grams of fat, 250 milligrams of potassium, 19 grams of carbohydrate (14 grams of sugar and 3 grams of dietary fiber) as well as 1 gram of protein. Increasing intake of potassium can help to lower blood pressure, reduce risk of stroke, protect against loss of muscle mass, preservation of bone mineral density and reduce in the formation of kidney stones.

Other health benefits heard can be found from orange are:

• protect skin;
• alkalize the body;
• provide smart carbs and do not cause blood sugar spike;
• aid in good eye health and protect vision;
• relieve constipation; and
• fight against viral infections

I just knew that orange is a hybrid between pomelo and mandarin, according to Wikipedia. It is simple to eat a fresh orange anytime or anywhere. Be sure to wash them under running water to remove surface dirt and any pesticide residues.

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