"Citrus" refers to oranges, grapefruits, lemons, limes, kumquats, pummelos, tangelos, tangerines and clementines.
Vitamin C
- Helps reduce the length of the common cold (but cannot prevent it)
- Acts as an antioxidant to help protect your body from damaging free radicals
- Forms collagen, which is found in skin, tendons and blood vessels
- Aids in iron absorption from plant sources and fortified foods to help prevent nutritional anemia
Potassium
- Supports heart health by regulating blood pressure and counteracting sodium
- Maintains bone health
Folate
- Reduces the risk of neural tube defects, such as spina bifida, in newborns
- Makes red blood cells and prevents anemia
- Helps prevent changes in DNA that can lead to cancer
Fiber
- Decreases the risk of certain chronic diseases, such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes
- Keeps you full and satisfied longer
- Promotes digestive health
- Facilitates weight loss and weight maintenance
Vitamin A (found in red and pink grapefruit)
- Protects eye health
- May reduce your risk of certain cancers
- Also acts as an antioxidant to protect your body from free radicals
Additional benefits
- Fat free
- Cholesterol free
- Sodium free
Select a citrus fruit that is firm, smooth, blemish free and heavy for its size
Store citrus fruits in the refrigerator for 2 weeks.
Experiment with citrus:
- Asian-inspired chicken wrap
- Avocado and grapefruit salad
- Parfait
- Winter salad
- Citrus slaw for fish tacos
For more information, email Whitney at centsablehealth@farewaystores.com, or find her on fareway.com and the Fareway Facebook page
