Fruit - Orange

Orange

Principle	Nutrient Value(100g)	Percentageof RDA
Energy	47 Kcal	2.5%
Carbohydrates	11.75 g	9%
Protein	0.94 g	1.5%
Total Fat	0.12 g	0.5%
Cholesterol	0 mg	0%
DietaryFiber	2.40 g	6%
Vitamins
Folates	30 µg	7.5%
Niacin	0.282 mg	2%
Pantothenicacid	0.250 mg	5%
Pyridoxine	0.060 mg	4.5%
Riboflavin	0.040 mg	3%
Thiamin	0.100 mg	8%
Vitamin C	53.2 mg	90%
Vitamin A	225 IU	7.5%
Vitamin E	0.18 mg	1%
Vitamin K	0 µg	0%
Electrolytes
Sodium	0 mg	0%
Potassium	169 mg	3.5%
Minerals
Calcium	40 mg	4%
Copper	39 µg	4%
Iron	0.10 mg	1%
Magnesium	10 mg	2.5%
Manganese	0.024 mg	1%
Zinc	0.08 mg	1%
Phyto-nutrients
Carotene-β	71 µg	--
Carotene-α	11 µg	--
Crypto-xanthin-β	116 µg	--
Lutein-zeaxanthin	129 µg	--
Lycopene	0 µg	--

1. Neural Defects:High in folate, helping to prevent neural tube defects.
2. Heart Disease:
   1. Contains a phytochemical called hesperiin,which may lower triglyceride and blood cholesterol levels.
   2. Contain flavanones, powerful compounds that can drastically lower bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol levels.
3. Combat Cancer:Oranges also contain very good levels of vitamin A, and other flavonoid antioxidants such as alpha and beta-carotenes, beta-cryptoxanthin, zea-xanthin and lutein. These compounds are known to have antioxidant properties. Vitamin A is also required for maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin and is essential for vision. Consumption of natural fruits rich in flavonoids helps the body to protect from lung and oral cavity cancers.
4. Improves Immunity:It is also a very good source of B-complex vitamins such as thiamin, pyridoxine, and folates. These vitamins are essential in the sense that body requires them from external sources to replenish.
5. Blood Pressure:Orange fruit also contains a very good amount of minerals like potassium and calcium. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps control heart rate and blood pressure through countering sodium actions.
6. Straightness respiration:
7. Asthma:
8. Bronchitis:
9. Tuberculosis:
10. Pneumonia:
11. Rheumatism:
12. Prevent kidney stone:Orange reduce the risk of developing kidney stones.
13. Arthritis:
14. High blood pressure:
15. Alcoholic:Persons addicted to alcohol have found that the desire for liquor is greatly reduced by drinking of orange juice.
16. Cold:Consumption of large quantities of oranges will decrease the outpouring of mucus secretions from the nose.
17. Healthy Teeth:Oranges are also rich in calcium, which promotes healthy bones as well healthy teeth.
18. Boost Memory:The folic acid(Vitamin B9) present in oranges helps in proper brain development
19. Weight Management:Oranges are low in calories but rich in fiber contents which can make you feel full longer, so you eat less and hence help to reduce excessive weight.
20. Orangle Peel:
    • Weight Loss:Orange peels are high in fiber content which helps weight loss. Try including in your diet with tea or zest.
    • Cure Hangover:Mix orange peel and salt in boiling water for 20 mins. Drink it once it cools to reduce hangover
    • Bad Breath:Suffering from bad breath? Chew an orange peel rather than a gum or a mouth freshener to cure bad breath.
    • Headache:Orange peel is also used as aroma therapy. It can treat headache, anxiety, and depression.
    • Blood Pressure:Orange peel also helps in healthy blood circulation which inturn regulates your blood pressure and thus keeps your heart healthy. This method has been widely followed in China for thousands of years.
    • Asthma:Orange peel helps remove phlegm and hence cures asthma
    • Digestion:Orange Peel is very helpful in reducing chances of constipation. It also helps in reducing gas, heartburn and vomiting. It will also help in proper liver functioning
    • Mosquito Repellent:Orange Peel is effective against mosquitoes. Apply this before leaving outside to prevent mosquito bites.

1. Skin Care:
   1. Wrinkles: Applying orange juice regularly are proven to prevent wrinkles and fine lines from appearing.
   2. Clear Pores:Orange Peel is considered as a boon for face and skin care as it cures blackheads, dead cells, acne, pores, blemishes, dark circles, dry skin, and brightens your face. It can also be applied with milk or curd for extra glow or for removing tan. Also rub your nails with its peel for shine.
   3. Clear Skin :You can pour this liquid in your bath water and enjoy a refreshing and rejuvenating bath. Your skin will smell fresh all day.
   4. Body Scrub:After eating orange, instead of throwing away the peels, dry them in sun and grind them. Store the mixture.
   5. Anti Aging:Anti-oxidants present in orange deactivates the skin damaging free radicals. Anti-oxidants also slow down aging process.
2. Face Pack:
   1. Oily Skin:
   2. Instnat Shine:Take the juice of 2 oranges and freeze it in an ice tray. Rub your face with frozen orange juice cubes. It will instantly freshen you up and lift up the tiredness from your face. The juice will give your dull and oily face an instant sheen.And, the chilled ice cubes will close and minimize the size of your pores. This also provides relief to acne prone skin and pimples.
3. Hair Pack:
   • Orange Peel for Dandruff:Mix grinded Orange Peel with water and leave it overnight. Apply this onto the hair to get rid of dandruff. This also helps to condition and cleanse.

1. Insecticide sprays are widely applied over orange crops. Therefore, it is recommended to wash the fruits in cold running water before use. Organic orange fruits are devoid of these chemicals and are best suited for zest preparation

1. Season Available:Orange fruit season begins from October and lasts until February.
2. Selection:buy fresh fruits that feature firm, yet yield to gentle pressure but rebound immediately. Fresh oranges have bright color, devoid of any wrinkles on the skin, should feel heavy for their size, and impart sweet aroma. Avoid any overtly soften fruits with spots and mold as they tend to perish early.
3. Storing:Oranges can be kept at room temperature for a week or so. They can keep well for up to two weeks inside the fruit/vegetable compartment of the home refrigerator. Keep them loose in the fruit container and place in the cool area away from excessive moisture as they tend to get mold infection early.
   Store freshly squeezed orange juice inside the freezer compartment for later use.
   Store dried orange zest in a cool, dry place in an airtight glass container away from moisture.
4. Serving:Remove skin after scoring superficially on the skin with your fingers or using a knife. Remove rind and fibers and gently peel off membranes and seeds. They are usually be eaten this way. They can also eaten by slicing the fruit horizontally into two halves and scooping out sections of the halves with a spoon
5. Safety:
6. Cooking Tips:
   1. Orange fruit sections are a great addition to green and fruit salads.
   2. Orange fruit juice can be a re-freshening intra-day drink.
   3. The fruit is also used in the preparation of desserts, jams, and jellies.
   4. Orange zest (peel) is also used in preparation of popular dishes for its rich flavor.
   5. Dried orange blossoms and leaves are used as herbal tea.