Woman and oranges - benefit and harm

Orange is good for the body, especially for women. It is used as part of complex therapy for the treatment of certain diseases, it is indicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding, it helps to preserve beauty and youth. Let's talk in detail about the benefits and dangers of oranges for women.

The chemical composition and properties of an orange

The chemical composition of an orange per 100 g:

• vitamins:
  • A - 8 μg;
  • B1 - 0.09 mg;
  • B2 - 0.04 mg;
  • B5 - 0.25 mg;
  • B6 - 0.06 mg;
  • B9 - 30 mcg;
  • C - 53.2 mg;
  • E - 0.18 mg;
  • H - 50 μg;
  • PP - 0.43 mg.
• macronutrients:
  • potassium - 197 mg;
  • calcium - 40 mg;
  • magnesium - 13 mg;
  • sodium - 13 mg;
  • sulfur - 9 mg;
  • phosphorus - 23 mg;
  • chlorine - 3 mg;
  • silicon - 6 mg.
• trace elements:
  • boron - 0.18 mg;
  • iron - 0.3 mg;
  • iodine - 2 μg;
  • cobalt - 1 μg;
  • manganese - 0.03 mg;
  • copper - 70 mcg;
  • fluorine - 17 mcg;
  • zinc - 0.2 mg;
  • aluminum - 157 mcg;
  • vanadium - 4 mcg;
  • lithium - 21 mcg;
  • molybdenum - 0.88 μg;
  • nickel - 0.6 μg;
  • rubidium - 27 mcg;
  • selenium - 0.5 mcg;
  • strontium - 8.2 μg;
  • chromium - 0.3 mcg.

The fruit also contains:

• pectin substances - 0.6 g;
• nonessential amino acids - 0.52 g;
• irreplaceable - 0.27 g;
• dietary fiber - 2 g.

Orange contains tartaric, citric, folic, oxalic, malic acids.

Orange peel is a source of natural essential oil.

Important! The chemical composition of the fruit depends on climatic conditions, growing region, variety and degree of ripeness.

Citrus is characterized by the following beneficial properties:

• has anti-inflammatory and antipyretic effect;
• enhances immunity;
• removes toxins and toxins from the body;
• activates the intestines;
• helps to fight stress and depression;
• strengthens the work of the cardiovascular system;
• helps with anemia;
• fights overweight;
• lowers blood pressure;
• slows down the aging process;
• accelerates cell renewal.

Calorie content and BZHU

The calorie content of an orange is 43 kcal per 100 g.

BJU per 100 g:

• proteins - 0.9 g;
• fats - 0.2 g;
• carbohydrates - 8 g.

Benefits and harm to the female body

The composition of the fruit helps to keep the woman's body healthy, but there are contraindications and periods when the use of citrus should be limited.

Medicinal properties for various diseases

Orange is used as a remedy for many diseases and conditions:

1. Weakened immunity... In 1 st. juice add 1 tsp. honey and 3 drops of essential oil. Drink in the morning and evening.
2. Elevated temperature... Several slices of fruit, filled with warm boiled water, are infused for 30 minutes. Drink every 2 hours.
3. Cold. Chopped on a grater or finely chopped whole fruit pour 2 tbsp. boiling water and insist for half an hour. After filtering and drinking before each meal 1/4 tbsp.
4. Constipation. Freshly squeezed orange juice with crushed pulp is drunk before bedtime. The juice stimulates the intestines, the next morning the problem is solved.
5. Hangover. In 1 st. orange juice is added to the yolk. The mixture is drunk at a time.
6. Injuries: wounds, burns. Crush the fruit and apply topically, applying the gruel 2-3 times a day.
7. Hypertension. 1 tbsp. juice is mixed with 1 tbsp. l. honey and drink the mixture for 3 doses during the day.
8. Profuse menses. The crushed fruit is poured with boiling water and insisted for 30 minutes. During the day, the infusion is drunk.

Contraindications

Orange is contraindicated for use when:

• individual intolerance;
• diabetes mellitus;
• gastritis;
• stomach ulcer and 12 duodenal ulcer;
• disorder of the digestive system.

In what form and quantity is there for maximum benefit

The pulp, rind and white shell of citrus have beneficial properties. The fruit can be eaten completely fresh. Orange juice is especially helpful.

Overuse of the fruit can lead to an allergic reaction. The daily rate is 2-3 fruits. Don't eat oranges every day.

Why oranges are useful for women during pregnancy

During pregnancy, a woman needs vitamins and minerals, most of which are present in citrus. Eating an orange has a beneficial effect on pregnancy and fetal development.

The chemical composition and beneficial properties of the fruit help to strengthen the immunity of a pregnant woman and serve as a prophylactic agent for infectious diseases.

A large amount of orange contains folic acid, which is necessary for the full development of the fetus, which is responsible for the physical and neuropsychic well-being of the baby.

Vegetable fiber stimulates the digestion process, relieves constipation. Vitamin C relieves the symptoms of toxicosis.

The smell of citrus has a positive effect on the emotional state of the expectant mother. Essential oils relieve emotional stress, provide vigor, help cope with fatigue and sleepiness.

Important! Excessive eating oranges at the end of the third trimester, it can provoke an allergy in a child.

When breastfeeding

Despite the obvious benefits of eating oranges, a nursing mother is advised to adhere to a diet during breastfeeding and introduce an orange into the diet little by little, starting from the age of six months.

Attention! Eating large quantities of oranges with HS can cause skin rashes, diarrhea, colic and poisoning in the baby.

Recommendations for eating oranges during breastfeeding:

1. If the child has a tendency to diathesis, it is better to refuse to eat oranges for the entire period of breastfeeding.
2. When trying for the first time, they eat one slice, peeled from the film, and observe the reaction of the child's body to a new product. Skin rashes may appear within 5-10 hours after feeding.
3. The child's digestion is monitored for the next two days. The absence of diarrhea, discomfort indicates that the baby's body is coping with the assimilation of the new product.
4. After the organism adapts to the orange, the mother is allowed to eat ½ of the fruit 1-2 times a week.

Why fruit is useful for beauty

In skin care, orange is used both as a food product and as an ingredient for cosmetic procedures.

Hair

Orange reduces oily hair, nourishes hair along its entire length, improves structure and soothes the scalp:

• acids in the composition of the fruit smooth and nourish hair, contribute to their restoration;
• vitamins C and K accelerate hair growth, make them strong and shiny, preserve the brightness of colored hair;
• Orange juice moisturizes and strengthens hair shafts, gives strength, volume and shine.

Application of orange:

1. Aroma combing... Combing with oil droplets provides silkiness and elasticity, gives hair a pleasant aroma.
2. Masks with pulp, zest and fruit juice. There are many recipes for anti-dandruff masks, for thin, dry hair, for hair loss, for strengthening hair, etc.
3. Oil masks, in which orange oil is mixed with other oils. These masks help restore hair structure.
4. Adding orange oil in ready-made shampoos, balms, conditioners enhances their effect.
5. Rubbing orange oil in the hair roots for 10 minutes relaxes, expands pores and allows the skin to breathe.

Masks with orange are suitable for all hair types: dry, normal, oily, weakened.

Skin

Due to its natural composition, orange improves the condition and color of the skin, gives it youth, and also contributes to:

• regeneration of skin cells;
• narrowing of enlarged pores;
• giving firmness and elasticity to the skin;
• oxygen exchange;
• getting rid of acne, acne;
• skin whitening;
• aligning its texture;
• the production of natural collagen.

Citrus has anti-inflammatory properties, which is important for sensitive skin.

Using orange to improve skin condition:

• washing and rubbing with orange juice;
• peeling with fruit acids;
• baths with citrus zest;
• masks for skin with orange.

To prevent premature skin aging, it is advised to eat one orange a day and use it in skin care.

Slimming

Orange is actively used in the fight against excess weight... By eating oranges, a person does not get better. It provides dietary fiber, which replenishes hunger and improves digestion. The pectin in the orange stimulates the breakdown of fats, reduces their absorption.

There are many orange diets. Together with the use of the fruit, body wraps and scrubs with citrus oil are used. These procedures make the skin elastic and eliminate cellulite.

Application in cosmetology

Orange essential oil is used in all types of skin care products... It normalizes oily skin, makes it firm and smooth, removes muscle tension and fights wrinkles. The oil is also used as a bleaching agent to lighten age spots. It helps eliminate toxins and softens rough skin.

Citrus extract improves cell regeneration, prevents the formation of free radicals, protects the skin from external negative influences. It stimulates collagen production and restores skin elasticity, soothing and hydrating.

In home cosmetology, orange masks are used. They contain both the pulp and the peel of the fruit, which have a rejuvenating, brightening and refreshing effect.

How to choose, store and use it correctly

The orange season in Russia lasts from December to March. It is recommended to choose freshly harvested fruits that contain the maximum amount of nutrients.

Points to look out for when buying an orange:

1. Colour. It does not affect the taste of the fruit, but it should be bright and uniform, with a smooth surface without dents or defects. Thick pore oranges are less juicy.
2. Weight. The heavier the fruit, the juicier it is.
3. The size. Small fruits have a sweet and juicy taste. Oranges that are oversized are most likely grown using chemistry.
4. Aroma. The fruit should smell good.
5. If the fruit is too softit probably started to deteriorate.
6. Hard orange unripe and sour taste.
7. Thick fruits easy to peel, but less sweet.

At home, at room temperature, oranges retain their properties for a week. To prolong the freshness of fruits, it is recommended to store them in a refrigerator or cool room. In such conditions, they retain their qualities for up to 2 months. The storage of oranges is negatively affected by bright lighting and direct sunlight.

Optimum temperature - + 2… + 6 ° C, humidity - 85%.

Tips for eating citrus:

• an orange should not be eaten on an empty stomach, this increases acidity and injures its walls;
• after eating citrus, it is recommended to rinse your mouth with water to avoid damage to the enamel of the teeth;
• the fruit is not eaten with dairy products to avoid indigestion.

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Conclusion

Orange is a healthy fruit containing a variety of vitamins and minerals. The use of citrus for food and cosmetic purposes allows a woman to stay healthy and beautiful. Also, an orange supports the female body during pregnancy.

It is important to follow the recommendations for eating the fruit, because it has a number of contraindications, including gastrointestinal diseases, diabetes mellitus and individual intolerance.