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An orange, specifically the sweet orange is the citrus
fruit Citrus sinensis. The orange is a hybrid of ancient
cultivated origin, possibly between pomelo (Citrus
maxima) and tangerine (Citrus reticulata). It is a small
flowering tree growing to about 10 m tall with evergreen
leaves, which are arranged alternately, of ovate shape
with crenulate margins and 4–10 cm long. The orange
fruit is a hesperidium, a type of berry.
Oranges contributes, protection against rheumatoid
arthritis, protect respiratory health, help prevent
ulcers and reduce risk for stomach cancer, prevent
kidney stones, a very good source of fiber, compounds in
orange peel may lower cholesterol as effectively as
statin drugs, possible cholesterol lowering benefits,
long acting liminoids in citrus add to their ability to
promote optimal health, protection against
cardiovascular disease, a glass of orange juice more
protective than vitamin c alone, a healthy dose of
vitamin c for antioxidant protection and immune support,
oranges' heals phytonutrients.
Oranges are an excellent source of vitamin C, dietary
fiber, B vitamins including vitamin B1 and folate,
vitamin A, calcium and potassium.
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