[LifeStyle] 5 reasons why you should eat oranges every day

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Helps lose weight and strengthens the immune system, among other benefits.

The orange, in addition to having a great flavor, provides multiple health benefits for those who consume it regularly.

This fruit is the ideal ingredient in various preparations and, due to its properties, it is advisable to consume it daily, it is indicated in a publication on the Siempre Mujer website.

These are five advantages that our body obtains from consuming oranges every day:

Lowers cholesterol
According to Medline Plus, having high cholesterol generates pathologies such as diabetes, kidney diseases, polycystic ovary syndrome, among others, so it is important to keep it under control.

To do this, the ideal is to follow a treatment recommended by a doctor. We can also help ourselves by consuming orange frequently because it contains pectin, a soluble fiber that removes cholesterol from the bloodstream.

Strengthens the immune system
Due to their high content of polyphenols, oranges can protect you against viral infections, they also provide vitamin A, folic acid and copper, nutrients that strengthen your immune system.

To this is added that they are rich in vitamin C, which favors the production of white blood cells, capable of fighting viruses and bacteria.

Improves the appearance of the skin
Thanks to the vitamin C that this fruit contains, if it is consumed daily, we will be able to notice positive changes in the appearance of our skin.

Vitamin C works as an antioxidant that fights damage caused by the sun and pollution of the environment. In addition, it is key in the formation of collagen, improves the elasticity of the skin and delays the appearance of wrinkles.

Prevents cancer
Although it is still unknown for sure what factors cause cancer, it is known that there are foods that can help prevent it and one of them is orange.

This fruit contains antioxidants such as hesperidin and naringenin, which fight free radicals and prevent prostate, stomach, skin, and breast cancer, among others.

An ally to lose weight
Eating a whole orange (its juice and the white peel) creates a feeling of fullness that prevents you from eating more than necessary during the day.

In addition, the vitamin C it has is responsible for converting glucose into energy, which helps burn fat. The ideal will always be to consume fresh orange and avoid processed juices, since they contain sugar and preservatives that negatively affect the body.