When you think about healthy fruits with high health benefits, this should undoubtedly be at the top of your list and should be prioritized in your daily life. Who confirms this is a nutritionist, Bruno Rua. You are certainly familiar with the expression “An orange a day, you don’t even know how good it would do you.” And whoever said it is absolutely right. And the most famous is grown in the Algarve.
When comparing the macronutrients of oranges with those of bananas and papayas, for example, we are told that: “100 grams of silver bananas have 98 calories; 100 grams of papaya, 45 calories; and 100 grams of orange, just 37 calories.” However, with a warning sign that people should pay attention to the amount of orange consumed in order to avoid excess carbohydrates, writes Notícias ao Minuto.
In Portugal, 80 to 100 tons of oranges are harvested per day. It is in the south of the country, more specifically in the Algarve, that the overwhelming majority of this fruit is grown, which is the most consumed in the world. Every year, tourists from four corners of the world visit our region to taste the famous orange from the Algarve.
The Algarve orange It is known worldwide for its sweet and juicy flavor. It has a smooth and shiny texture, with a vibrant color. No one remains indifferent to it, whether in Portuguese lands or abroad. The Algarve region, as we all know, has a mild climate, with a significant number of hours of sunshine and moderate rainfall which, combined with the fertile soil, contribute to the quality of the oranges produced in this region, where farmers use traditional cultivation techniques. to control pests and diseases.
Algarve Orange | Photo DR
Regarding the benefits of its consumption, the nutritionist states that orange improves immunity and prevents anemia, as it is rich in vitamin C, which helps in the absorption of iron from other foods. Furthermore, it contributes to the proper functioning of the immune system, responsible for defending the body against viruses and bacteria.
Furthermore, eating citrus fruits such as oranges helps maintain the proper functioning of the cardiovascular system, helping to prevent the risk of stroke. The antioxidants present in oranges, such as folate (B9), help reduce the formation of fatty plaques in the arteries, which in turn helps reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.
People who suffer from respiratory diseases due to allergies can alleviate the symptoms caused by allergies by eating oranges. The presence of folic acid in the fruit helps reduce allergic attacks. Consuming oranges also helps control diabetes and is an ally in the weight loss process.
Orange is attributed with an exciting effect, which can influence sleep. Perhaps this is the justification for the belief that you shouldn’t eat oranges at night. However, this effect depends on the amount ingested and varies from person to person. The ideal would be to follow a balanced and varied diet, without exaggerating the amount of each food. If you pay attention to this, yes, you can consume oranges at any time of the day.
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