Orange (Citrus Sinensis)

Orange is the citrus fruit coming from an evergreen flowering tree - the most commonly grown tree fruit in the world. Health Benefits & Modern Medicinal uses Delicious and juicy orange fruit contains an impressive list of essential nutrients, vitamins, minerals for normal growth and development and overall well-being. Nutrients in oranges are plentiful and diverse. The fruit is low in calories, contains no saturated fats or cholesterol, but is rich in dietary fibre, pectin, which is very effective in persons with excess body weight.

Orange contains Beta carotene, which is a powerful antioxidant guarding the health of our cells and is rich in Calcium, important in healthy bones and teeth.
Our brain needs folic acid for proper development which is found in oranges. Blood pressure can be kept in balance with magnesium found in oranges.
To maintain a healthy cardiovascular system and to maintain electrolyte balance of cells, one can eat oranges for potassium it provides.

The food we take is converted into energy by thiamine, oranges contain.

Orange is also a very helpful fruit for warding off fatigue or tiredness.

The anti-oxidant in orange help protect the skin from free radical damage known to cause signs of aging.
Orange is well known for its astringent and toning properties. It is a good source of Vitamin C, proven to improve the skin texture and color and helps restoring collagen in our body which is responsible for skin firming and preventing early aging of skin.

As a type of citrus fruits, orange's peel can cleanse the pores from within so that no more excess oil, dirt or dead skin remain. As a result, it becomes a good treatment for acne and recurring acne.

Orange helps skin detoxify, making skin look brighter and fresher when it is added into our daily meals since orange is able to detoxify your skin's toxins.

Studies show that antioxidants in orange can prevent skin cancer.

Also, orange peel can moisturize, lighten and reduce wrinkles over time.