1 Corinthians 10:31 [kjv]  Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.

Introduction to orange ingredients

Tangerines are the ripe fruits of various tangerines, such as the rutaceae plants, such as Fu tangerine or Zhu tangerine. Tangerines are often referred to as citrus together with tangerines. They are brightly colored, sweet and sour, and are one of the most common fruits in daily life.

Oranges have a special structure. The outer peel is quite hard, green when born, and yellow, orange, and red when mature; the mesocarp is milky white or light yellow; Plenty of juice, the edible part. Oranges are often called lazy fruits. They do not need to be washed or peeled, so they are really convenient to eat. With their golden skin, they have always been a favorite fruit in the eyes of Chinese people. Oranges are one of the representatives of citrus. Of course, the vitamin C content is not a problem. Just eating three oranges can meet the vitamin C required by the human body for a day. The fruit of the orange has a lot of fiber in the endothelium, which can prevent constipation; its nutrients are very high, and it contains various organic acids such as malic acid and citric acid, which are helpful for the metabolism of the body and the enhancement of cardiopulmonary function.

nutritional value

1. Oranges are rich in vitamin C and citric acid, the former has a cosmetic effect, and the latter has the effect of eliminating fatigue;

2. The thin inner skin of the orange contains dietary fiber and pectin, which can promote laxative and lower cholesterol;

3. Hesperidin can strengthen the toughness of capillaries, lower blood pressure, and dilate the coronary arteries of the heart, so oranges are foods to prevent coronary heart disease and arteriosclerosis. to reverse atherosclerosis;

4. In fresh citrus juice, there is a substance with strong anti-cancer activity "Nomiling", which can decompose carcinogenic chemicals, inhibit and block the growth of cancer cells, and make the activity of detoxification enzymes in the human body. It can prevent the damage of carcinogens to the nucleus and protect the integrity of genes.

Edible effect

1. Beauty: Oranges are rich in vitamin C, which has the effect of beauty and anti-aging.

2. Eliminate fatigue: Oranges are rich in citric acid, which has the effect of eliminating fatigue.

3. Prevent constipation: The thin inner skin of oranges contains dietary fiber and pectin, which can promote laxative and lower cholesterol.

4. Inhibit cancer cells: In fresh citrus juice, there is a substance "Nomiling" with strong anti-cancer activity, which can decompose carcinogenic chemicals, inhibit and block the growth of cancer cells, and detoxify the human body. The activity of the enzyme is increased exponentially, preventing the damage of the carcinogen to the nucleus and protecting the integrity of the gene.

5. Weight loss: The enzymes contained in oranges can effectively inhibit the cells that make fat. In addition, it contains dietary fiber that reduces body fat, and it is easy to produce a sense of satiety, so it has a weight loss effect.

6. Prevention of cardiovascular disease: Hesperidin can strengthen the toughness of capillaries, lower blood pressure, and expand the coronary arteries of the heart. Therefore, oranges are foods to prevent coronary heart disease and arteriosclerosis. Studies have confirmed that eating citrus can reduce the deposition in arterial blood vessels. cholesterol, which helps reverse atherosclerosis.

For people

suitable for majority of the people.

Taboo crowd

People with poor gastrointestinal function eat more and are prone to bezoar troubles; people with cold cough and phlegm cough should not eat it.

Buying skills

1. Good oranges are shiny orange or dark yellow; the bottom of the orange is a small gray circle; when viewed from the side, the end with the long handle is concave. Overripe pale yellows, greenish greens, and oranges with holes in their skins all fail. The bottom is not a small circle but a small dot and the end of the long handle is generally more sour.

2. The skin is thin, and you can smell the fragrance through the orange peel. If you gently squeeze the skin with your hands, some oil will come out. It is also a good orange.

Storage brief

To preserve the oranges, you can dissolve a small amount of baking soda in water, then immerse the oranges in the baking soda water, take it out and let it dry naturally. Can. Oranges treated in this way can be stored for 1 to 3 months. Oranges are not suitable for storage in the refrigerator.

Nutrient Facts List for Citrus (Orange)

[Nutrition content per 100g]

basic nutrition

Energy 51 kcal

Protein 0.7 g

Fat 0.2 g

Carbohydrates 11.9 g

Crude fiber 0.4 g

lipids

Monounsaturated Fatty Acids 0.055 g

Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids 0.06 g

Polyunsaturated fatty acids as a percentage of total fatty acids 40 %

trans fatty acid grams

Trans fatty acids as % of total fatty acids

Cholesterol mg

Plant sterols mg

Carotene mcg

Lutein micrograms

Lycopene mcg

minerals

Calcium 35 mg

Magnesium 11 mg

Sodium 1.4 mg

Potassium 154 mg

Phosphorus 18 mg

Sulfur 3.17 mg

Chlorine 2.16 mg

Iron 0.2 mg

Iodine mcg

Zinc 0.08 mg

Selenium 0.3 mcg

Copper 0.04 mg

Manganese 0.14 mg

Fluorine micrograms

vitamins

Vitamin A 69 mcg

Vitamin C 28 mg

Vitamin D mcg

Vitamin E 0.92 mg

Vitamin K mcg

Vitamin P (flavonoids) mg

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) 0.08 mg

Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) 0.04 mg

Vitamin B3 (niacin) 0.4 mg

Vitamin B4 (choline) mg

Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) 0.25 mg

Vitamin B6 0.063 mg

Vitamin B7 (Biotin) mcg

Vitamin B9 (folic acid) 39 mcg

Vitamin B12 mcg

Vitamin B14 (betaine) mg

amino acid

Leucine 23 mg

Methionine 6 mg

Threonine 13 mg

Lysine 24 mg

Tryptophan 2 mg

Valine 18 mg

Histidine 8 mg

Isoleucine 15 mg

Phenylalanine 15 mg