Why Eat Oranges?

OrangeOranges are acidic in taste but alkaline in nature. After metabolism, it leaves an alkaline residue that accentuates the body’s strength to fight disease. It is a sweet and sour juicy fruit that can both be eaten and taken in the form of juice. Its appetizing nature makes it a fruit most suitable before a meal.

Constituents
Water                                 87.8%
Carbohydrates                     10.6%
Fat                                       0.3%
Protein                                 0.9%
Potassium                           19.7 mg / 100gm
Sodium                                 2.1 mg / 100gm
Chlorine                                3.2 mg / 100gm     
Magnesium                          12.9 mg / 100gm
Phosphorus                           0.02% 
Calcium                                 0.05%
Sulfur                                   9.3 mg / 100gm
Iron                                      0.1 mg / 100 gm
Copper                                 0.07 mg / 100gm 
Vitamin A                          350.0 IU / 100gm
Vitamin B1                          120.0 IU / 100gm
Vitamin C                             68.0 IU / 100gm  

Benefits
· It is an efficient blood cleanser
· Helps in flatulence removing excessive wind from the abdomen
· Removes constipation and destroys intestinal worms
· Helps skeletal system by strengthening bones
· Being nutritious, orange juice can be taken in case of fever
· Helps in asthmatic and bronchial conditions

Orange juice does not allow intestinal microbes and bacteria to stay put. It is one of the best natural cures for intestinal health. It helps alleviate the feeling of nausea in pregnant women. In case of putrefaction of food in the digestive tract that leads to flatulence, orange juice certainly helps cleanse the tract. Orange is a rich source of Vitamin C. 125 to 150 ml orange juice is enough to satisfy the body’s daily Vitamin C need. The white membrane that is usually discarded is a rich source of calcium.

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