Chinese doctors have pointed out the benefits of oranges for chronic diseases

Oranges are not only a delicious fruit, but also a potential protection against certain chronic diseases. New research shows that regular consumption of citrus fruits can help people suffering from hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and chronic constipation. This was announced on December 1 by the Sohu media portal.

According to medical research, oranges contain a lot of vitamin C, fiber, flavonoids, and minerals. This helps to improve the immune system, regulate sugar, fat levels and blood pressure. These characteristics make citrus fruits an important part of the diet for people with chronic diseases.

Studies show that flavonoids in oranges help to dilate blood vessels, improving their elasticity, and thereby regulate blood pressure. According to the American Heart Association, daily consumption of fruits rich in flavonoids reduces the risk of hypertension by 15%.

Despite the presence of fructose, oranges can be beneficial for diabetics. It is claimed that the high fiber content helps slow down the rise in blood sugar levels. Studies show that people with sufficient fiber levels have a 20-25% lower risk of developing diabetes.

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Experts advise taking into account the glycemic index of foods.

This fruit can also lower cholesterol levels, particularly bad ones. According to the analysis, the consumption of two oranges a day helps to reduce the level of bad cholesterol by 10-12%, which is important for the prevention of atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases.

Oranges, rich in fiber and water, help improve intestinal motility, which helps with indigestion. Allegedly, people who consume about 200 grams of oranges per day are 30% less likely to suffer from this problem.

Despite the benefits of this fruit, experts do not recommend eating it in large quantities at a time. For healthy people, one medium-sized orange per day is enough. In addition, it is important to combine them correctly with other foods so as not to increase blood sugar levels.

Earlier, on November 26, an article in the Wiley online library reported that orange juice is beneficial for the health of the cardiovascular system. According to the publication, orange juice also improves metabolism, controls blood pressure, reduces inflammation, and improves the lipid profile. It was emphasized that flavonoids contained in the drink play an important role in these processes.

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