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Why Oranges Are Good For You

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Everyone And Me knows about the high vitamin C content and the natural fiber. But oranges (and other citrus fruits) also contain folic acid, beta-carotene, potassium, selenium, antioxidants, and plenty of phytochemicals, the bioactive compounds in plant foods that help nutrients boost the immune system. Citrus fruits also have a low glycemic index, which make them excellent nutrition for diabetics.Knowing this, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organization (CSIRO) of Australia conducted an extensive review of 48 international studies of citrus fruits. Among the conclusions revealed by the combined data:

¤ Those with the highest intake of citrus fruits reduced their risk of stomach, mouth, esophageal, and larynx cancers by as much as 40 to 50 percent

¤ One additional serving of citrus fruit each day (beyond the recommended five servings of fresh fruits and vegetables) may reduce the risk of stroke by nearly 20 percent

¤ The combined studies (including the World Health Organization’s recent draft report on “Diet, Nutrition and the Prevention of Chronic Disease”) reveal “convincing evidence” that cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and obesity may be reduced with daily citrus fruit intake.

Commenting on the dramatic reduction of some cancer risks, CSIRO researcher Katrine Baghurst told Reuters news service that the inhibition of tumor growth and the normalizing of tumor cells is most likely the result of the high antioxidant content of citrus fruits.

Again: Not news, and no surprise really. But this new evidence serves as an irrefutable reminder of just how important it is for our diets to include as many fresh whole foods as possible – especially citrus. http://www.agora-inc.com

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