Author: Gerardo Gonzalez

You’ll improve your skin. Next time you’re having a breakout, reach for an orange. That’s right, this sweet, juicy fruit can be your key to clear skin. Vitamin C is a direct contributor to collagen production, according to a 2017 study published in Nutrients, which is known to be essential for strengthening your skin. Does […]

Apples and oranges can keep your afternoon snack relatively low in calories so that you do not gain unwanted weight, and their dietary fiber helps slow digestion to keep you full longer. Including some protein with your afternoon snack can further reduce hunger. What fruits should not be eaten together? Avoid mixing your watermelons, muskmelons, […]

Orange juice is an excellent source of Vitamin C — one cup contains twice the daily recommended value. Vitamin C supports your immune system and may be effective in fighting against the common cold. The folate in orange juice supports healthy fetal development. Why is orange juice taste so good? The natural aroma of freshly […]

Most green oranges, on the other hand, are perfectly ripe. By the time they turn orange they’re sliding downhill towards rot. The green skin of an orange isn’t indicating that not enough of its natural color is coming through. It’s just pumped full of chlorophyll. What is green orange called? Cam sành is Vietnamese for […]

If you’ve ever seen a Moro blood orange with a sinisterly beautiful reddish purple color, you’ve seen the work of anthocyanins in citrus. Why are some oranges purple? It turns out Moffitt’s husband had recently sharpened the blade she used, and the naturally occurring anthocyanin pigments in the orange reacted with iron particles on the […]

Oranges come in different sizes and slightly different shapes, depending on the variety. However, as a rule of thumb, oranges grow to a larger size than tangerines. Sometimes referred to as “baby oranges,” tangerines are smaller, somewhat flattened and generally less rounded, making them a perfect pocket-sized snack. What is difference between tangerine and orange? […]

China Orange, any of several species of small trees or shrubs of the genus Citrus of the family Rutaceae and their nearly round fruits, which have leathery and oily rinds and edible, juicy inner flesh. What is the use of Chinese orange? The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties of mandarin oranges benefit your health in many […]

Fruit is almost always a good Chinese New Year’s gift. Oranges and tangerines are a traditional favorite, though, and can also represent happiness and abundance, as in an abundant harvest. Are oranges common in China? There are many orange producing regions in China, including Jiangxi, Sichuan, Chongqing, Hunan, Hubei, Guangxi, Hainan and Yunnan provinces. In […]

Portuguese sailors eventually brought these sweet delicacies to Portugal and Spain, where they were called China Oranges (naranjas de la China) to distinguish them from the more tart oranges they were accustomed to. In fact, the word naranja comes from the sanskrit word for orange, naranga. What is a China in Puerto Rico? Chinese influence […]

Navel Orange It’s very juicy, sweet, seedless, and easy to peel. The versatile citrus fruit can easily be used in any recipe simply calling for “oranges.” What type of oranges are the juiciest? Valencia If you’re in the mood for the best freshly squeezed orange juice, a valencia orange is just what you need. Named […]

This can help your body to protect cells, produce collagen and absorb iron. Indeed, oranges offer many health benefits: They may boost your immune system, give you better skin, and even help improve your heart health and cholesterol levels, according to the American Chemical Society. Is it good to eat an orange everyday? Oranges are […]