5 COMMON FRUITS FOUND IN NORTHERN NIGERIA. #2- ORANGE (CITRUS)
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Orange first originated around
4000BC in Southeast Asia. It is a hybrid of the pomelo, or “Chinese
grapefruit” (which is pale green or
yellow), and the tangerine.
Oranges are well known for their
vitamin C content. According to studies, one orange provides a range of
vitamins and minerals; a staggering 130 percent of your vitamin C needs for the
day.
Oranges are classified into two
general categories-
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Sweet Orange ( Citrus sinensis)- most commonly consumed
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Bitter Orange ( Citrus aurantium)- often used to make jam or marmalade, and their
zest serves as the flavouring for liqueurs such as Grand Marnier and Cointreau.
Among the major citrus producing
states in Nigeria are northern states such as; Nassarawa, Kogi, Kaduna and
Taraba.
Orange juice is also packed with
nutrients, but does not contain the fibre of a hole orange. Orange pith, the
white layer found between the peel and the flesh, is high in fibre.
NUTRITIONAL CONTENT OF ORANGE
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Vitamin C
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Fibre
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Folate
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Vitamin B1
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Copper
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Potassium
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Calcium
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Pantothenic acid
HEALTH BENEFITS OF ORANGES
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Compounds in orange peel can lower cholesterol.
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Orange helps in the prevention of kidney stones.
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Reduces the risk of Ischemic stroke for women.
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Orange prevents ulcer and reduces risk for
stomach cancer.
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Protects respiratory health.
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Provides protection against Rheumatoid
Arthritis.
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Improves night vision and aids the eye in
absorbing light.
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The fibre can help Lower blood pressure and
regulate blood sugar level.
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It releases digestive enzymes or juices which
facilitates the digestion of food.
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It fights against various cancer like, colon
cancer, lung cancer, skin cancer, breast cancer etc.
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Improves the cardiovascular health, keeps the
heart healthy.
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Facilitates brain growth and development.
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Flavonoids and polyphenols in oranges help fight
viral infections.
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Calcium rich oranges can help in maintaining
healthy bones and teeth.
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It eliminates bad breath
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Treats dark spot and blemishes
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Treats Acne
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Helps in skin whitening
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Prevents aging fast
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Eradicates blackheads
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It is a great skin toner
v Orange
extract also contains certain vitamins that helps strengthen your hair.
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It is a good conditioner for your hair.
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It stimulates and promotes hair growth.
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Extracts from orange peel acts as treatment for
dandruff.
Eat Healthy! Stay Healthy!!
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