Oranges and lemons are often the fruits that come to mind when we try to think of sources of vitamin C. Some people prefer orange juice, while others choose lemon juice. So which is more nutritious?
To answer this question, we will learn about the benefits of orange and lemon juice.
Orange juice or lemon juice is better?
Health benefits of orange juice
According to the Vietnamese food nutritional composition table, the mineral and trace mineral content in 100 grams of oranges includes: calcium 34 mg, phosphorus 23 mg, iron 0.4 mg, zinc 0.22 mg, vitamin C 40 mg, folate 30 µg, vitamin A 8 µg, vitamin E 0.18 µg, β-carotene 29 µg. Therefore, drinking orange juice helps the body increase resistance and fight against diseases.
Use one 100-150 gram orange per day for adults. Wash the orange, drain, peel and cut into small pieces to eat or squeeze the juice. You should drink pure orange juice or mix it with warm water, do not add sugar. Eat/drink orange juice at most once a day and use other fruits during the day.
VnExpress newspaper quoted Dr. Nguyen Thi Son, Faculty of Traditional Medicine, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital - Campus 3, pointing out the health benefits of orange juice as follows:
- Improve immune system
- Cancer prevention
- Cardiovascular protection
- Strong anti-inflammatory properties
- Reduce the risk of kidney stones
- Relieve constipation
- Promote brain health
- Prevent some diseases in children. In children, starting from the 6th month, children should be supplemented with fruit every day. Oranges help increase immunity and prevent some diseases in children such as colds, constipation, anemia, reduce diarrhea, reduce colds and coughs, mumps, improve eyesight, and dental health.
Benefits of lemon juice
Lao Dong newspaper quoted the Department of Nutrition - Nguyen Tri Phuong Hospital as saying that vitamin C in lemon helps prevent cancer, cardiovascular disease and aging, and supports weight loss by burning more fat. In addition, drinking fresh lemon juice in the morning also brings many health benefits.
The health benefits of lemon juice include:
- Boost immunity
- Support heart health
- Good for digestion
- Purify and detoxify the body
- Improve oral health
- Prevent aging
- Weight loss support
- Reduce respiratory diseases
- Cancer prevention
In short, oranges contain more calories and carbohydrates due to their higher sugar content. Lemons, on the other hand, are higher in protein, fat, and fiber.
Both have similar amounts of vitamin C. Overall, oranges are richer in both vitamins and minerals, containing more vitamin A, vitamin E, vitamins B1, B2, B3, and B5, as well as calcium, potassium, magnesium, copper, and zinc. Lemons, on the other hand, contain higher levels of vitamin B6, iron, and phosphorus.
Both have cardioprotective, antidiabetic, anticancer and antibacterial properties. Both oranges and lemons are very beneficial if used properly and the choice depends on the situation and personal preference.
According to Tri Thuc Tre, citing Souper Sage, lemon juice has fewer calories and less sugar than orange juice. If you want to choose a low-calorie, low-sugar drink, lemon juice is better.
Orange juice wins when it comes to Vitamin A and potassium. It also has the edge when it comes to antioxidants and phytochemicals.
Source: https://vtcnews.vn/nuoc-cam-hay-nuoc-chanh-tot-hon-ar903997.html
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