"Orange is an active color that stimulates the appetite, increases energy levels and even speeds up the metabolism. Quite a few people also experience an improvement in mood when this color is present in clothes or on the dinner table.
Orange products not only add bright positive colors to the dish, but also indicate the content of a significant amount of useful nutrients. Orange fruits and vegetables contain a large amount of carotenoids, which give them a natural, rich, bright color. The most common carotenoids include alpha- and beta-carotene, lutein, lycopene and zeaxanthin," nutritionist Oleg Shvets writes, UAINFO.org informs.
"There are more than 600 carotenoids in foods, all of which are powerful antioxidants. The body converts carotenoids into vitamin A, which is needed for good vision, healthy skin, and an effective immune system.
Many orange products are rich in potassium. Getting enough potassium is important for nerve and muscle health, maintaining normal blood pressure, and preventing hypertension.
Another vitamin shared by many orange foods is vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system, improves cardiovascular health, and even slows down the appearance of wrinkles on the skin.
ADVANTAGES OF ORANGE VEGETABLES AND FRUITS:
Oranges have a rich sweet citrus taste. One medium-sized orange contains 70 milligrams of vitamin C and 237 milligrams of potassium, along with vitamin A, calcium, and three grams of fiber. Citrus fruits are a good ingredient for many sweet and savory dishes. Thanks to vitamins and antioxidants, oranges help relieve the symptoms of asthma, bronchitis, pneumonia, prevent the formation of kidney stones, high blood pressure, arthritis and diabetes.
Pumpkin is rich in beta-carotene, with just one cup of cooked vegetable providing 200% of the recommended dose of vitamin A. It is low in calories and can be consumed fairly freely by people trying to lose weight. Pumpkin tastes great in classic desserts as well as savory dishes like pumpkin risotto.
Carrot is a versatile vegetable that is an important ingredient in soups, stews, salads and even desserts. It is the richest plant source of beta-carotene. The very name of the antioxidant "beta-carotene" comes from the Latin name for carrot. This vegetable also provides vitamin K, calcium and useful fibers that help regulate blood sugar.
Carrots help lower cholesterol and the risk of heart disease, help prevent macular degeneration, and help control insulin levels in diabetics.
Apricots are rich in vitamins A, E, and C, potassium, manganese, and a group of polyphenol antioxidants called flavonoids that help reduce the risk of diseases like diabetes and heart disease.
Mango in India was considered a sacred fruit. It is also called the "king of fruits" because the taste combines oranges, peaches and pineapples. Mango fruits are rich in vitamins A and C, iron, lutein and zeaxanthin, which are good for the skin, vision and digestive system. This fruit has a high iron content, which helps fight anemia.
One medium-sized sweet potato (sweet potato) contains 400% of the recommended daily value of vitamin A. It's good for the brain, promotes gut health, and regulates blood sugar. Sweet potatoes also have a positive effect on the female reproductive system, increasing the production of progesterone.
The color of the bell pepper indicates its maturity: green peppers are harvested first, yellow peppers the second, then orange and fully ripe red. As bell peppers ripen, they become sweeter and more nutritious, rich in beta-carotene and vitamin C.
Persimmons are a delicately sweet fruit that have spread from China around the world for their unique taste, texture and health benefits. It is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, as well as manganese. Unripe persimmons can cause mouth numbness due to proanthocyanidins, tannins often found in unripe fruit.
Tangerines are sweeter than any other citrus fruit, have a thin skin, are incredibly juicy and aromatic. Contains vitamins and antioxidants that support immunity, have protective properties against the occurrence of neoplasms and improve the health of the brain, skin and heart.
Peaches are not only sweet and juicy, they are a great source of dietary fiber, potassium, and vitamins A and C.
Orange cherry tomatoes are generally soft and slightly sweet. They are a good source of vitamin A and lycopene," concludes the political scientist.
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