- By Priyanka Munshi
- Wed, 03 Jan 2024 10:59 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Do you know that eating just one orange a day is not only a delicious treat but also a healthy choice that you can make? Due to their high vitamin C content, oranges can help prevent seasonal illnesses like the flu and colds. Oranges' natural sugars provide you with a rapid energy boost, and their high fiber content helps keep your digestive system healthy by promoting healthy digestion and warding off constipation.
Oranges are also a good source of antioxidants, which may lessen inflammation and improve the general health of the skin. Not only that, but this citrus fruit's moisturizing qualities are especially helpful in battling winter dryness.
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So here we have curated some of the health benefits of eating oranges, especially during the winter season.
Weight Loss
Do you know that whole oranges have higher satiety levels than juiced ones and that, because of their high fiber content, oranges may aid in weight loss? This fiber reduces appetite and keeps you full, so it's a good option in place of desserts.
Regulates Blood Pressure Level
Oranges are a great source of potassium, which lowers blood pressure. Additionally, start consuming the natural orange juice instead of the one that is packaged.
Healthy Heart
Oranges are a fruit that is high in vitamin C and that lowers cholesterol, stops blood clotting, and lowers the risk of thrombosis to help avoid heart disease. Oranges' potassium content also lowers blood pressure and lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease, according to NIH.
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Prevent Kidney Stones
Do you know that kidney stones can result from a urine citrate deficiency? However, because oranges contain calcium, their juice can lower the risk of kidney stones and raise urine citrate levels.
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Boost Immunity
Oranges are high in vitamin C and strengthen the immune system. Although there isn't any concrete evidence to back up this theory, oranges' high vitamin C content may have advantages. Also, their high concentrations of vital minerals like copper and folate may strengthen the immune system, according to NIH.
(Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.)