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The orange contains:
- Vitamins C, A
- Low saturated fats, cholesterol and sodium
- Antioxidant properties
- Fiber
- Fiber
- Calcium
- Potassium, magnesium and phosphorus
- See table below for more detail
Properties and benefits. Recommended for:
- Blood orange is the fruit par excellence in cases of colds for its high vitamin C content. It is consumed naturally or in juices. See Against colds
- Because of its high Vitamin C content, it is one of the best antioxidants
- Vitamin C also helps to burn fat
- It helps prevent arteriosclerosis
- It is NOT recommended for those who have digestive problems: gastritis, hiatal hernia, heartburn, úlcers.
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There are three basic varieties of oranges: the sweet orange, the best known and the one we usually buy in the markets; the bitter orange, used mainly for making bitter orange marmalade; and the sanguine or sanguinelli, with a red-orange color that is popular for juicing.
Blood orange has red stripes on the skin, and the juice is often a dark reddish color
The optimal season for consuming blood oranges is from late December to May, i.e. winter and spring are the best seasons for buying and consuming red oranges
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It is the juice par excellence at breakfast. Do not forget to have breakfast and frequently drink a glass of orange juice. ¡Try blood orange juice to find a different flavor!
The citrus fruits, it is advisable to take in the morning, orange juice if taken on an empty stomach, eliminates toxic substances and prevents us against many diseases
Nevertheless, oranges are part of a large number of preparations and traditional recipes in Spain and other countries
Best época: The orange season is from January to May. This is when you can get oranges in Spain at a very reasonable price. There is a difference between juice oranges (cheaper in season, rich in juice) and table oranges (larger and more beautiful)
Conservation: Fresh oranges can last more than three weeks in the refrigerator, although if they are stored at room temperature you can get more juice out of them
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