Orange and more

Small, juicy, spherical shaped with slim tough skin, that is, an Orange fruit. Whether sweet or sour, orange is still a favorite of many. It has been known not only for its great taste but also for its nutritional value.

Benefits you can get from Orange

·       It is an excellent source of Vitamin C, which is a powerful natural antioxidant that helps stop the progression of arteriosclerosis (hardening of arteries) and protects cells from of harm by free radicals.

·       It is a good source of Vitamin A, for maintaining a healthy skin and clear vision. It also contains compounds that are known for its antioxidant properties.

·       Drinking of Orange juice daily decreases the risk of developing Kidney stones

·       It is low and calories and does not contain saturated facts or cholesterol but is rich in dietary fiber, pectin, which helps protects our mucous membrane of the colon by simply decreasing its exposure to toxic substances that causes cancer.

·       It contains a very good amount of Calcium of Potassium.

There are different varieties of Orange that many of us enjoy for their specific properties and characteristics.

                                              

                         Valencia Oranges

                           It is the most common type of an Orange that doesn’t have plenty of seeds

                               

                           Navel Oranges

It is usually seedless and commonly better to eat than juicing it, the Washington is perhaps the most popular.

                                                            

                        Seville Oranges

                                               It is known as the primary ingredient in marmalade

                                               

                             Blood Orange

Through the name itself, they are prized for their beautiful red-flesh as well as its mildly berry-infused flavor. Its intense color comes from anthocyanin, an antioxidants that provides many cancer-fighting benefits

                                                
                          Mandarin Oranges

It is smaller than any other varieties. Its sweet taste is commonly used in cooking recipes and also makes a delicious treat by eating it as is.

How to choose and buy the right Oranges

• Hold the orange and determine if it’s heavy, the heavier the orange, the juicier it is. Lighter orange tends to be dry inside.
• Try to find firm and smooth rinds. Thin peels mean there is more fruit within.
• Smell the orange. It must possess a sweet, faint fragrance at normal temperature.
• Fresh orange have bright color and smooth, avoid those have any wrinkles in the skin. Overly soften fruits with spots tend to perish early.

How to store Oranges

• Oranges can be kept at a room temperature for a week or so as well as in the fridge
• If you want on orange to be cold keep them in the fridge without wrapping.
• Avoid storing oranges in the plastic bags without perforation, keeping them will cause excessive moisture that could lead to mold growth early.

Trivia: Do you know that Orange is technically a type of berry? It is described as “hesperidum, a scientific term used to describe the fruit structure belonging to citrus group.

Warning: Use raw fruits instead of juice for the maximum benefit of antioxidants you can get.

Insecticide sprays are widely applied over orange crops. Therefore, it is recommended to wash fruits in cold running water before eating.