Everyone loves a delicious glass of orange as a snack drink. I as a person enjoy two or more oranges a days for most of the year, they provide energy fast and are easy to eat. They have also been found to provide the following listed health benefits.
Oranges contain phytochemicals that protect the body against cancer
Oranges are very rich in citrus limonoids, which have been proven to help fight a variety of different cancers including breast cancer, lung cancer, colon cancer, skin cancer and stomach cancer.
Immunity Booster
Oranges are a very popular and rich source of vitamin C, which protects the cells by neutralizing free radicals. Free radicals cause chronic diseases, like cancer and heart diseases.
Oranges lower cholesterol
Because oranges are rich and full of fibers, oranges are helpful in lowering cholesterol.
Stabilize blood pressure
Oranges contain flavonoid hesperidin found in oranges help to regulate high blood pressure and the magnesium in oranges helps maintain blood pressure.
Alkalize the body
Although oranges are acidic before you digest them, they contain many alkaline minerals that help to put a balance in the body after they are digested. In this respect, they are similar to lemons, which are one of the most alkaline foods available.
Oranges protect the skin
Beta-carotene is contained in oranges, which is a powerful antioxidant that protects the cells from damage. Beta-carotene protects the skin from free radicals and helps prevent the signs of aging.
Oranges provide smart carbs and do not cause a blood sugar spike
Oranges like all fruits have simple sugars in them, but the orange has a glycemic index of 40. Anything under 55 is considered low. This means as long as you don’t eat too many oranges at one time, they won’t spike your blood sugar and cause problems with insulin or weight gain.
Tae Yun Kim said, “Orange strengthens your emotional body, encouraging a general feeling of joy, well-being and cheerfulness.”