Orange

Oranges are a good source of several vitamins and minerals, especially vitamin C, thiamine, folate, and potassium. Regulates blood pressure, prevents bone loss and protects against heart diseases and stroke.

It is high in antioxidants and may help PREVENT KIDNEY STONES too.

Oranges are rich in various bioactive plant compounds, which are believed to be responsible for many beneficial health effects.

The two main classes of antioxidant plant compounds in oranges are carotenoids and phenolics (phenolic compounds).

Clinical studies in humans note that daily intake of orange juice for four weeks has a blood-thinning effect and may reduce blood pressure significantly.

Fibers also seem to play a role. Intake of isolated fibers from citrus fruits has been shown to decrease blood cholesterol levels.