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CHOOSE TRUE HEALTH: But First, Fresh OJ

5/1/2015

 
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Did you know that oranges do not have to be bright orange in order to be good? It’s true! Often an artificial dye called Citrus Red Number 2 is injected into the skin to give it a more uniform color for the non-organic oranges. Pretty sad, isn’t it? You need to inject color to market your orange? Oranges are naturally partially green and have discoloration even when they’re ripe. So you’re thinking, how do I choose an orange then? The best way is on the texture and weight! Here are some basic guidelines in choosing a juicy orange: skin must be smooth and firm. The weight must be heavy. The heavy and smooth oranges tend to have a higher juice content. Another cool tip, two weeks is a good time to keep organic oranges for their vitamin content. Now that you know how to pick and keep those oranges, lets talk benefits! Oranges are obviously known for their immune boosting properties, but did you know they reduce the risk of kidney stones? The British Journal of Nutrition found that women who drank 1/2 to 1 liter of orange juice decreased their risk of forming calcium oxalate stones. Interesting research and makes sense, regulating your body’s pH and excretion of citric acid. Happy Monday to you!! Cheers to picking the perfect orange and all its benefits! Good morning Orange County!! 


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