Health benefits of oranges
OVERVIEW According to research findings, regularly consuming citrus fruits, like oranges, may benefit your health in a number of ways. 1. Helps promote heart health Heart disease is currently the world’s most common cause of premature death. A number of nutrients and plant compounds found in oranges, including vitamin C, flavonoids, and carotenoids, may help promote heart health and reduce the risk of heart disease if you consume them at optimal levels. Plus, regularly consuming oranges and orange juice may help reduce heart disease risk factors. One review of 10 high quality studies found that consuming orange juice reduced several heart disease risk factors, including levels of: blood sugar LDL (bad) cholesterol the inflammatory marker C-reactive protein (CRP) 2. Diets high in citrus fruits may protect against chronic diseases In addition t...