Health Benefits of Orange - Nutritional Value of Oranges

Orange is a citrus fruit, considered to be a hybrid, between pomelo (Citrus maxima) and tangerine (Citrus reticulata). Native to the countries of Southeast Asia, it is today cultivated in almost all the warm climate countries of the world. Its consumption is as popular in the raw, peeled form, as in the juice form. Even the rind of orange is used by people in recipes, either for flavoring or for garnishing purposes. Being a rich source of nutrients, orange has been associated with a number of health and nutrition benefits. For example pasted orange peel when applied on the face helps to get rid of the dead skins and is extremely effective in tightening the pores and offers the skin a glowing, youthful and fresh look. Likewise there are several health benefits of orange and the article below explains all the benefits of orange. Explore the lines below and come across all the facts.

Nutritional value per 100 gm. of Orange

Principle	Nutrient Value
Energy	47 Kcal
Carbohydrates	11.75 g
Protein	0.94 g
Total Fat	0.12 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Dietary Fiber	2.40 g
Vitamins
Folates	30 µg
Niacin	0.282 mg
Pantothenic acid	0.250 mg
Pyridoxine	0.060 mg
Riboflavin	0.040 mg
Thiamin	0.100 mg
Vitamin C	53.2 mg
Vitamin A	225 IU
Vitamin E	0.18 mg
Vitamin K	0 µg
Electrolytes
Sodium	0 mg
Potassium	169 mg
Minerals
Calcium	40 mg
Copper	39 µg
Iron	0.10 mg
Magnesium	10 mg
Manganese	0.024 mg
Zinc	0.08 mg
Phyto-nutrients
Carotene-β	71 µg
Carotene-α	11 µg
Crypto-xanthin-β	116 µg
Lutein-zeaxanthin	129 µg
Lycopene	0 µg

Health & Nutrition Benefits of Orange

Being rich in calcium, oranges have been associated with protection and maintenance of the health of bones.
Beta-carotene, a nutrient present in oranges, is a very powerful antioxidant that protects our cells from damage.
Consumption of oranges has been found to result in lesser outpouring of mucus secretions from the nose.
It is said that oranges are beneficial in maintaining the dental health of an individual.
Oranges have been associated with keeping blood pressure under check, mainly owing to the presence of magnesium.
Oranges, being rich in Vitamins B6, help support the production of hemoglobin in the body.
Regular consumption of orange juice can significantly increase HDL levels and improve the LDL-HDL ratio of a person.
The folic acid present in oranges helps in proper brain development.
The high content of potassium in oranges helps maintain electrolyte balance in the cells and also aids the maintenance of a healthy cardiovascular system.
Oranges have been found to be rich in dietary fiber. The fibers are extremely beneficial in maintaining the blood sugar at proper levels. Oranges are also found to be effective in promoting digestion and prevention of diseases related to the human digestive system.
Limonoids present in oranges are beneficial in the prevention of cancers of the mouth, lungs, skin, breast and stomach and are also helpful in fighting ulcers.
Polyphenols found in oranges help in fighting against several viral infections.

Consumption of oranges can help an individual in dealing with the following ailments:

Alcohol Addiction
Arthritis
Asthma
Bronchitis
Bowel Disorders
Constipation
Cough and Cold
Dyspepsia
Fever
Heart Diseases
Influenza
Measles
Pimples and Acne
Pneumonia
Pyorrhea
Respiratory Problems
Rheumatism
Tuberculosis
Typhoid

Buying And Storing Tips For Oranges

Before picking oranges make sure they have properly textured skin, don’t have soft spots and are heavy for their size. The heavier oranges will yield more amount of juice as compared to the lighter ones. For more antioxidants content choose fully ripened oranges.

How To Enjoy

Peel and savour you orange as a snack.
Fry finely chopped onions and ginger, and moisten the pan with orange juice. This liquid can be used as a sauce for salmon or tuna.
You can also prepare a delicious salad by mixing oranges, fennel and boiled beets.

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