Orange

Vitamin C and citrus flavonoid (hesperidin) benefits for immunity and vascular health documented.

Benefits

Immune support (vitamin C)
cardiovascular (hesperidin)
antioxidant

Key compounds

Vitamin Chesperidinfolatefibercarotenoids

May help with

Weak immunity
oxidative stress
cardiovascular

Best for these goals

Immunityheart healthantioxidant

How to use it

Raw; fresh juice; segments in salads

Evidence level

Moderate

Cautions & interactions

Citrus can trigger reflux. Whole fruit preferred over juice (sugar/fiber). Grapefruit-type drug interactions less pronounced but possible.

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