This superfruit rejuvenates skin and prevents kidney stone formation
The health benefits of oranges (photo: Freepik)
Orange contains vitamin C, which boosts the immune system and helps prevent kidney stones. This fruit is also known to rejuvenate facial skin, according to The Mirror.
Benefits of oranges
Urologist Bhaskar K Somani and surgeon Yazeed Barghouthy, after reviewing 13 studies conducted worldwide, concluded: "Orange juice seems to play a protective role against stone formation."
In particular, many other benefits were also identified:
- Due to its low glycemic index, oranges are recommended for the prevention of diabetes.
- The high vitamin C content stimulates the production of white blood cells and helps strengthen the immune system.
- The high level of antioxidants keeps the skin healthy and reduces signs of aging.
- Oranges contain only 65 calories, making them recommended for weight loss diets.
- The high fiber content prolongs the feeling of fullness.
- They are rich in calcium, which protects bones and teeth.
- Consumption helps reduce fat absorption, cholesterol levels, and blood pressure.
- Their anti-inflammatory properties make them beneficial for people with arthritis.
- They are considered useful for cancer prevention and the proper functioning of the cardiovascular system.
According to experts, a new study examined the effects of citrus juice consumption, including orange and grapefruit juices.
It was found that the risk of stone formation increased by 37% in men who consumed grapefruit daily, while the second study showed that orange juice protects against stone formation by 12%.
"Citrus fruit juices exert their potential protective effect in multiple ways. The first and most obvious one is the beneficial addition of fluid intake itself with citrus juice consumption. The second is the citrate content in citrus fruit juices, which is one of the strongest inhibitors of urinary stone formation," the experts noted.
This citrate content plays a fundamental role in protecting against uric acid stones by making urine more alkaline.
Who should avoid eating oranges
Oranges are not recommended for people with gastritis with high acidity, as the fruit contains acid that can aggravate irritation of the stomach lining.
They should also be avoided by those with pancreatitis, as the fruit contains a high amount of sugars, which are contraindicated for this condition.
It is not recommended to brush your teeth after eating an orange or drinking orange juice, as it weakens the enamel.
Earlier, we reported on whether dried fruits are truly beneficial and when it is best to eat them.
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