In October, oranges are on the market. Orange is full of treasures, orange peel, orange complex, orange nucleus and orange flesh are all “natural medicine”. Eating 1 orange a day can prevent many diseases. Fresh orange peel contains a large amount of vitamin C and essential oils, and has the function of regulating gas and phlegm, strengthening the spleen and stomach. Chewing it and spitting out the residue, repeating several times, is more effective in removing oral odor. Orange peel in tea has a refreshing flavor and is also aerating and refreshing. It is good for digestion Chen Pi is the dried orange peel, and the older it is, the better it is. Chen Pi is pungent and bitter, warm in nature, belongs to the spleen and stomach, and is effective in strengthening the spleen and opening the stomach, mainly for indigestion. Chen peel can be used to make porridge with rice or in stews. Protecting blood vessels The white net-like filaments in oranges, called “orange complex”, have a bitter taste because they contain a nutrient called “rutin”. However, this substance can keep the normal elasticity and density of blood vessels, reduce the brittleness and permeability of blood vessel walls, and prevent the occurrence of cerebral hemorrhage. Orange complex can be eaten directly or used to make water to drink. Quench thirst The high water content of orange flesh can produce thirst. Modern research proves that oranges are rich in vitamin C, carotene, folic acid and other nutrients, and also contain antioxidant, anti-cancer and anti-allergy ingredients, which can reduce the incidence of coronary heart disease, stroke and high blood pressure. Promote laxation The dietary fiber content of oranges is quite high, so eating more of them can promote bowel movement. Lower cholesterol The rich dietary fiber is not only good for bowel movement, but also can reduce the chance of cholesterol development by using the pectin in oranges. Beauty Oranges have a cosmetic effect because they have the highest vitamin C content. Eating more of them not only keeps the skin hydrated, but also helps inhibit the formation of melanin. Eliminate fatigue The citric acid content in oranges is very high, and citric acid not only has an appetizing effect, but also has the effect of eliminating fatigue. Protect cardiovascular health orange peel glycosides can strengthen the capillary toughness, lower blood pressure, expand the coronary arteries of the heart, so the orange is the prevention of coronary heart disease and atherosclerosis food, research has confirmed that the consumption of citrus can reduce the cholesterol deposited in the arterial vessels, helping to reverse atherosclerosis. Cancer prevention and anti-cancer Chinese medicine believes that oranges have moistening lung, cough, phlegm, spleen, smooth gas, thirst-quenching medicinal effects. It is a superior fruit for consumption, especially for the elderly, patients with acute and chronic bronchitis and cardiovascular diseases. According to the latest research by Australian scientists and food industry research institutions, eating 1 orange a day can make people avoid oral cancer, throat cancer and stomach cancer. Oranges should not be eaten too much at one time According to research, eating 3 oranges a day can meet a person’s daily need for vitamin C. If too many are consumed, an overdose of vitamin C will be consumed. If consumed too much, when excessive intake of vitamin C, the metabolism of oxalic acid in the body will increase, easily causing urinary stones and kidney stones. Also eating more is harmful to the mouth and teeth.