Category: Fruits

Wild orange is a common name for several plants bearing fruit reminiscent of oranges. They are not necessarily related to family Rutaceae (which contains true oranges). Plants called wild orange include: Capparis mitchellii – family Capparaceae, from Australia. Can oranges be found in the wild? Oranges Don’t Naturally Exist In Nature Oranges are a hybrid […]

Commercially squeezed orange juice usually uses a press, and all the fruit is tossed in, and just flattened. This allows the oils in the peel to be squeezed out into the juice. The oils make the juice look more opaque (‘thicker’). Why is my orange juice so thick? Sediment – You can expect some sediment […]

Just keep in mind that you should wait about 60 minutes after eating/drinking any citrus foods before brushing to avoid damaging your teeth’s enamel. How long after OJ can I brush my teeth? Drinking orange juice after brushing teeth Citric acid is extremely hard on your teeth. It’s strong enough to weaken your enamel temporarily! […]

By law, 100 percent orange juice is made only from oranges. The basic principle of orange juice processing is similar to how you make orange juice at home. Oranges are washed and the juice is extracted by squeezing the oranges. Seeds and particles are strained out. Is drinking orange juice the same as eating oranges? […]

The “juice” you are consuming from the grocery store shelves is anywhere from 12 months to 36 months old. Yes the oranges harvested for that “fresh orange juice” is up to 36 months old. “Alissa Hamilton’s book “Squeezed: What You Don’t Know About Orange Juice”—released today in paperback—reveals some other truths. Is orange juice made […]

Though you can bite directly into the skin of an orange, it’s best to eat smaller amounts at a time to prevent stomach upset. Using a knife or vegetable peeler, orange peels can be cut into thin strips and added to salads or smoothies. For a sweeter take, they can be candied or used to […]

Minute Maid® Premium Orange. Yep. McDonald’s serves Minute Maid® Premium Orange Juice which is pasteurized for safety and quality reasons. Does McDonalds add sugar to their orange juice? *From concentrate. Start your day with the goodness of pure orange juice*. No preservatives. No sugar added. Is McDonalds orange juice healthy? The good: This food is […]

Eating too many oranges or drinking too much juice is unlikely to cause serious side effects as long as you don’t make a habit out of it. However, you might end up gaining a few pounds. All foods contain calories — and oranges are no exception. Enjoy these fruits in moderation to fully reap their […]

If you find your orange juice could use a bit more sweetness, feel free to use sugar, honey or a sweetener of your choice. If you don’t mind salt, you can also try adding a pinch of it to the orange juice. The salt should help to bring out the orange juice sweetness. How do […]

Inside, the fruit is divided into “segments”, which have thin tough skins that hold together many little sections with juice inside. There are usually ten segments in an orange, but sometimes there are more or less. Inside each segment of most types of orange there are seeds called “pips”. What are the pieces of an […]

You’d assume that the answer here is an outright yes – oranges are a fruit and therefore orange juice is vegan. Unfortunately, the truth is a little less straightforward. The fruit juices we buy are, not always, but often, containing added ingredients for flavour, colour shelf-life, cost and even health benefits. Does Tropicana orange juice […]

It also affects the phospholipids on your tongue, which are fatty acids that control the taste of bitter flavors. This creates an unpleasant mix of heightened bitter tastes and suppressed sweet tastes, thus, the nasty tasting juice. Why is orange juice disgusting? The Ingredient to Blame The strange, bitter taste of orange juice after brushing […]

It also provides more calories, but the additional energy it provides in the diet is balanced by the additional nutrient benefits. Including both fruits in the diet is beneficial, but if choosing just one is required, the orange is a healthier selection. Which fruit is healthier apple or orange? Apples are higher in calories and […]

three oranges. To make one cup of fresh orange juice, you need three oranges. It’s important to note this amount is for common oranges. Different varieties of orange, such as Valencia, navel, mandarin, or blood oranges will produce different quantities of juice. How many oranges do you need to make orange juice? Three medium-sized oranges […]

Ethyl butyrate is one of the chemicals found in high concentrations in the flavor packs added to orange juice sold in North American markets, because flavor engineers have discovered that it imparts a fragrance that Americans like, and associate with a freshly squeezed orange. What do they add to orange juice? Some producers add citric […]

The peels that are wasted after juicing, which account for 50 percent of the orange, are usually eliminated by burning, which produces carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases, or dumping into landfills, where the oil from rotting peels percolates into the soil, harming plant life. What to do with orange peels after juicing? Life Hacks […]

If you are using a citrus juicer, there is no need to peel your oranges before juicing them. If you are using another type of juicer, such as masticating or centrifugal juicer, then you’ll need to peel your oranges before juicing them. The skin has a bitter taste and contains oils that may upset your […]

On a molecular level, orange juice is composed of organic acids, sugars, and phenolic compounds. The main organic acids found in orange juice are citric, malic, and ascorbic acid. The major sugars found in orange juice are sucrose, glucose, and fructose. Is orange juice really a 100% orange juice Why? 100% fruit juice means nothing […]

And its definitely not “fresh squeezed.” The truth is that orange juice can stored for up to a year before being bottled and sold. The oxygen is removed from the juice to prevent it from going bad, which also removes essential flavor and aroma compounds. Is freshly squeezed orange juice 100% pure? Drinking fresh-squeezed orange […]

In an automated process, the juice is extracted from the orange while the peel is removed in one step. bacteria, yeast, and mold growth. Do they put the peel in orange juice? If you are using a citrus juicer, there is no need to peel your oranges before juicing them. If you are using another […]