Systematics
| Scientific name: | Citrus sinensis |
| German name: | Orange |
| Classification: | Sapindales |
| Family: | Rutaceae |
| Genus: | Citrus |
| Season: | November - March |
- Water 85,7%
- Carbohydrates 8,3%
- Proteins 1%
- Fats 0,2%
- Crude fibre 1,6%
The orange powerhouse
Regarding the color of fruit, it's often true that the brighter in color a fruitis, the healthier it is. Examples are the bright green lettuce leaves that make up your salad and bright red strawberries that are healthy to munch on throughout the day – even when dipped in chocolate. Howeevert the team of yellow and orange fruits is still putting a scoop on it. These include bananas, oranges, clementines, yellow and orange peppers, peaches and more. These all-stars for your health are tasty and can be used in several delicous recipes. Of these, the orange is definitely the most prominent staple in our daily lives. They protect you from a lot of deseases and a freshly pressed glas of orange juice will brighten up your mood say scientists.
Nutrition information
Quantity per 100 grams
| Calories | 43 |
| Fat content | 0,2 g |
| Saturated fatty acids | 0,1 g |
| Polyunsaturated fatty acids | 0 g |
| Monounsaturated fatty acids | 0 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 1 mg |
| Potassium | 177 mg |
| Carbohydrates | 1 g |
| Roughage | 4 g |
| Sugar | 9,2 g |
| Protein | 1 g |
Origin & Provenance
Health
Preparation
Things to know
Storage
Origin & Provenance
The homeland of the orange can be guessed by connoisseurs from its botanical name "Citrus sinsensis" (Chinese citrus), but the exact origin is rather assumed at the southern border of China, since it was cultivated there already 3000 years ago. In 1533, on the orders of Duke Antoine of Bourbon, orange trees were planted for the first time in France. 250 years later, in 1792, the oranges reached Valencia in Spain, where they still represent an important source of income today. Due to their delicate skin, oranges are still harvested by hand today. The harvesters even wear cotton gloves to prevent the fruit from being damaged.
The main oranges are cultivated in Algeria, Australia, Brazil, Florida, Israel, Italy, California, Morocco, Mexico, South Africa, South Africa, Spain, South America and the West Indies.
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Health
The high vitamin C content of orange strengthens the connective tissue of the skin, protects against cellulite & colds and promotes the formation of the body's own proteins. Bleeding gums can be stopped immediately by eating orange pulp and warm orange pulp counteracts abscesses and ulcers.
Dried and unsprayed orange peels counteract flatulence and persistent constipation, dehydrate and strengthen the nerves. However, if you suffer from migraine or arthritis, you should avoid oranges in any form.
Preparation
Oranges are usually distorted as fresh fruits, but they are also often used for processing into juice, liqueur or desserts. Dried orange peels can be used as a free match substitute, which then also spray a Christmas scent and thus provide a great atmosphere in the Christmas season.
The white inner skin of the skin can be eaten and is particularly valuable for the body, as it contains many plant substances that protect against cancer, among other things. In some people, however, the inner skin causes unpleasant burping and should be removed as precisely as possible from the fruit.
Things to know
Orange juice for breakfast
Contrary to the widespread breakfast habit, orange juice should not be drunk together with coffee, as the tannins in coffee block the health-promoting vitamin C and also acidify the stomach and blood. Apart from that, orange juice for breakfast is not such a healthy start to the day as the advertising industry claims. Most orange juices contain vast amounts of sugar (fructose or industrially added), making them very sluggish early in the day. Who drinks 1-2 glasses orange juice in the morning usually already covered its sugar need for the day.
Oranges for at home
Orange trees are very suitable for the private household and thrive especially well, if you always water them with low lime water and place them in a 10-15 degree warm place with lots of light.
Storage
Cooled oranges have a relatively long shelf life, but should still be consumed quickly, as their vitamin content decreases daily. Furthermore, in contrast to most harvested fruits, they do not ripen any more, which of course brings a taste advantage during storage.