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Nutrition experts recommend that we start the day with energy, including orange juice in our breakfasts.
Orange is a fruit with a very low caloric intake, but with many nutritional benefits. Orange juice is a good substitute for a serving of fruit a day, as long as it does not mix with another type of substance. In addition, it is recommended to consume it freshly squeezed to take full advantage of its antioxidant properties.
Benefits of freshly squeezed orange juice
- Drinking a glass of juice fasting promotes bowel movements.
- More toxins are eliminated and the risk of suffering from certain diseases such as liver, kidney, cardiovascular and digestive diseases among others is reduced.
- Vitamin C, flavonoids and essential oils favor the health of the skin and prevent premature aging.
- It is rich in antioxidants and moisturizing.
- Accelerates metabolism and helps the elimination of accumulated fats.
- It helps people with diabetes because it is diuretic and contains few sugars so it regulates blood glucose levels.
Myths about orange juice
There is a lot of incorrect information about oranges and freshly squeezed juice. Many times the bad beliefs make us avoid the consumption of certain very health-promoting foods.
Orange juice contains a lot of sugar and causes cavities
Normally the orange juices bought in the market that are marked by the label “Natural juice” do not have added sugars since it is legally prohibited to modify the purity of the product. Diabetics can drink juice without problem, as long as the amounts are appropriate. Taking into account this we can affirm that the fresh juice without anything added does not contain sugar.
It is possible that a person with a poor oral hygiene is affected by drinking a lot of orange juice but this is not the fault of the juice itself. The specialists have determined that the juice has a pH of 3.8 and recommend taking the juice in controlled quantities.
The orange juice is full of nutrients and helps the assimilation of others
A glass of orange juice contains an average of 20 grams of micronutrients and vitamin C. These nutrients result, among others, in the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. This is mainly due to folate. Potassium on the other hand, another important nutrient, helps muscle health and maintain a normal blood pressure.
