Oranges

 

The Oranges are among  all citrus the most widespread fruits .

They are divided into two groups, the oranges sweet and the bitter oranges .

The sweet ones varieties are the eaten ones , while bitter is used to create essential oils and pharmaceuticals.

The oranges make about 40 calories per 100g .

Oranges are formed to 80/90 % water, then for a percentage lower than 10% is sugars . All the rest are fibers, fats and proteins .

Among the minerals present those most are phosphorus, magnesium, potassium, zinc and calcium .

Like all citrus fruits, oranges abound in vitamin C, but there are also vitamin A, B1 , B3 and B5 .

Oranges have also a good dose of amino acids.

Thanks to vitamin C, the oranges are beneficial to the immune system, prevent colds and flu.

The oranges also prevent cardiovascular disease, in fact, oranges are the " flavones " (belonging to the family of antioxidant bioflavonoids ) which have tonic action on the veins and are suitable for those who suffer from varicose veins and other diseases related to poor circulation .

Anthocyanins are antioxidants found in oranges that give that particular color orange. Anthocyanins fight the effects of free radicals and help to keep the skin and nervous system young. In fact the anthocyanins fight the formation of atherosclerosis due to their ability to metabolize cholesterol. Other antioxidants found in oranges are the limonoids ( present in all citrus fruits ) that are able to prevent DNA damage and fight cancer.

The vitamin C helps iron absorption and tissue oxygenation .

Thanks to the presence of vitamin A, oranges gives an instant help to reinforce the view.

To take advantage of the full potential of vitamin C in oranges would be good to consume even the white part under the peel orange , this fact contains Rutin ( bioflavonoid ) that helps in the absorption of this vitamin .


Other useful contribution in the digestion of oranges is , in fact, the oranges as lemons produce a gut level of gastric juices which reduce the feeling of constipation.