While oranges have been given a
bad rap in the press lately because of their sugar content, new research is
showing that the fresh fruit – not the store bought juice – may deliver a
wealth of benefits.
A Range of Benefits
Loaded
with over 60 flavonoids, pectin, and vitamin C, oranges are emerging as a
resource for optimal eye, heart, kidney and immune health.Vitamin C in oranges
activates GABA receptors on retinal nerve cells. Without optimal vitamin C,
these nerve cells can malfunction and may increase the risk of a host of eye
health issues .Regular
intake of oranges has shown to support the health of the arteries as well as
maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
Due to
their high potassium levels, oranges are recommended for healthy kidney
function according to the Clinical Journal of the American Society of
Nephrology.
Beware of Orange Juice
An
orange without its fiber to slow down the absorption of the sucrose and
fructose can easily overwhelm the body’s sugar tolerance. So chow down on
oranges, but not the juice!
According
to Ayurveda, fruits are best when eaten alone. This makes an orange a great
meal replacement if you miss a meal. If you need something before, during or
after exercise when losing lots of fluids and electrolytes, a whole orange is
perfect choice
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