The Health Benefits of Lemons and Oranges

How can citrus fruits change health? 

Which of the two fruits, oranges, or lemons, is healthier? Is one better than the other? In this blog, we'll compare the benefits of lemons and oranges for your health. We'll also present some recipes that you can use to incorporate both fruits into your diet. 

Citrus fruits contain a variety of nutrients such as vitamin C, flavonoids and fiber that protect the arteries, reduce inflammation, improve gastrointestinal health and play an important role in preventing diseases such as diabetes, cancer and neurological problems. 

Lemons vs. Oranges Which Fruit Has the Best Nutritional Value? 

The answer to which fruit is better than the others depend on your personal needs and preferences. Oranges have more calories and carbohydrates., Lemons, on the other hand, contain more fat and fiber. Additionally, compared to other fruits, oranges have higher levels of vitamins A, E, B1, B2, B3, B5, and B9, as well as magnesium, copper, calcium, potassium, and zinc. Lemons contain more phosphorus, iron, and vitamin B6. 

 Health benefits of orange:  

• Orange helps to lower blood pressure.  
• Orange protects against cardiovascular disease.  
• Orange helps to sharpen your vision. 
• Orange prevents kidney stones. 
• Orange improves digestion. 
• Orange helps prevent cancer. 

Health benefits of Lemon: 

• Lemon boosts the immune system. 
• Lemon reduces body weight. 
• Lemon contains 22 anti-cancer ingredients. 
• Lemon increases iron absorption. 
• Lemon helps to relieve fever and colds. 
• Lemon has a relaxing effect on the body. 

How to Make Both Fruits a Part of Your Diet 

• Add lemon or orange slices to your morning yogurt or cereal. 
• Add diced sweet oranges or lemon to salads. 
• Enjoy them as a snack. 

• You can add lemon or orange zest to your favorite cake, quick bread, or muffin recipe. 
• Use lemon or orange juice in place of other juices in recipes. 

Try These Recipes at Home 

Orange Chia Seed Pudding for Breakfast Ingredients: 

• -2 oranges 
• -½ cup milk  
• -¼ cup oats 
• -½ tablespoon honey  
• -2 tablespoon chia seeds 

Instructions:

• Place 1 orange, milk, oats and honey in a blender and blend until smooth. 
• Pour the mixture into a bowl or serving glass, then slowly stir in the chia seeds. 
• Wrap the mixture in plastic wrap and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until it looks like pudding. 
• Put an orange on top. You can use coconut, almonds, or chocolate as optional toppings. 

Breakfast Smoothie with Blueberries and Lemon Ingredients: 

• -½ cup frozen blueberries 
• -1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest 
• -1 tablespoon lemon juice 
• -2 teaspoons sugar or sugar substitute (optional) 
• -½ cup fat free milk 
• -½ cup Cabot Plain Greek Yogurt or Low fat Plain Greek Yogurt 

Instructions:

Blend blueberries, lemon zest, lemon juice and sugar (or sugar substitute, if using) in a blender container. Add milk and yogurt, blend for one minute, cover and blend for 1 minute or until smooth..