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Orange, a fruit from the citrus family. It is very popular in winter as an addition to warming teas and pastries, and in summer as a refreshing snack, an ingredient in ice cream and drinks. These fruits not only taste delicious but also have health-promoting properties. What did the Chinese love them for?

Why should we introduce them into our daily diet?
1. Oranges contain a lot of water that flushes toxins out of the body.
2. 1 orange satisfies the daily requirement of Vitamin C. This vitamin as an antioxidant neutralizes aggressive oxygen particles caused by stress, smoking, alcohol, and too little sleep.
3. B vitamins beneficial to the skin and nervous system.
4. Potassium contributes to normal blood pressure and heart rhythm.
5. Oranges contain substances that block the first stage of the formation of cancer cells and compounds with antibacterial properties.
6. You should eat oranges with white membranes between the particles that provide dietary fibre, which improves metabolism and enhances the effect of vitamin C.
7. Eating oranges has a beneficial effect on eyesight, immune system, brain function, and the functioning of the stomach and intestines.

Interesting facts:

• Orange oil has antibacterial properties and relaxes, improves mood and well-being. It is used for colds and inflammations and helps in the treatment of acne.
• Extracts of fruit, flowers and orange leaves are used in after-sun products to protect against the effects of the sun.
• The AHA acids contained in the orange help to fight the first wrinkles, discolouration on the skin and have exfoliating properties.