RODALE NEW, EMMAUS, PAâWhile other fruits become harder to find right now, produce aisles are filling up with all sorts of oranges, tangerines, and those crates of clementines. And these sunny citrus fruits are more than immune-boosting, mood-lifting treats during the darker months of the year; they're also versatile enough to use in a wide variety of recipes. You probably already know that oranges are packed with fiber and vitamin C. They also happen to be a good source of potassium, folic acid, and thiamine. Here I highlight something in bold. This saves you from reading the whole article but gives you something to get enraged about and comment on Since normal blood levels of vitamin C help support the immune system, getting enough of this vitamin may help you recover more quickly from colds and flu. Another reason to start your day with citrus? According to a study done at Purdue University, the vitamin C in citrus-fruit juice might boost your body's ability to absorb the cancer-fighting compounds in tea. You can get your daily requirement for vitamin C in just one orange, six ounces of orange juice, or two clementines. But don't throw out the peel! Make sure to zest that vibrant orange skin and add it to baked goods, marinades, sauces, and soups. A study at De Montfort University in the United Kingdom revealed that salvestrol Q40, a compound in tangerine peel, destroys an enzyme that spurs the growth of cancer cells. And limonoids, nutrients found in orange peel (and in lemon and grapefruit peel) may also help to lower cancer risk. Researchers at Texas A&M University found that limonoids, which give citrus peel its tart quality, caused cancerous cells to die in a lab setting. A study at the University of Arizona showed that approximately one tablespoon of zest weekly lowered the risk of skin cancer. These findings about the value of eating more zest make it even more important to seek out organic fruit and avoid synthetic chemicals on the peel. Findings??? What kind of a journalist is this idiot? Who is he being paid by? And that white underside of the peel? It's a good source of pectin, a soluble fiber that helps control cholesterol levels. (Succulent lamb!!)It contains vitamin C as well as substances like polymethoxylated flavones and d-glucarate which are being looked at for their potential inflammation-reducing and cancer-fighting properties. When selecting oranges, look for fruit that's heavy for its sizeâmore weight equals more juice. (Gay Orange bastards) Keep oranges fresh longer by storing them in the fridge. Orange zest can be kept in the freezer. Sweet oranges such as Valencia and Temple (the Temple is actually an orange-tangerine hybrid) are great for either juicing or eating, while the navel orange is best eaten out-of-hand. When choosing tangerines, look for rich color and expect the skin to feel looser on the fruit than that of oranges. If they're not being eaten in the next few days, sweet-tart tangerines should be stored in the refrigerator. Clementines are another hybrid fruit, like tangerines; and tangy-sweet clementines are often seedless. They're usually sold in small crates; peer through the bottom slats to make sure there is no damaged fruit in your box. Now that these juicy fruits are in season, be sure to check out the great recipes on the Rodale Recipe finder using oranges (as well as tangerines and clementines). From salads and soups to entrées and desserts, you'll find ways to enjoy the benefits of oranges all day long. #1: Clementine and Grapefruit Compote. Citrus is already a given on many breakfast tables, but you can go beyond the ordinary with this tasty fruit mix. Or enjoy Tropical Fruit Salad with added coconut and spice. (He seriously thinks with all that debt they can still spend on Tropical Fruits?) #2: Orange and Olive Salad. Oranges add refreshing sweetness and acidity to salads, as in this zesty mix. For a protein boost, make Israeli Couscous Salad (Couscous is an ARABIC invention. You'd know that if you weren't stuck like a poodle to the establishment) or Shrimp Salad with Dill and Oranges; both of these salads pair shrimp with citrus. #3: Tangerine-Sesame Noodles with Seared Scallops. Surprise your family at dinnertime with an entrée featuring citrus; its bright flavor accents seafood such as scallops or halibut beautifully. #4: Havana Black Bean Soup with Oranges and Sherry. You'll want to double this recipe for Cuban-inspired black bean soup, and freeze some to enjoy later on cold winter days. For another soup idea, whip up this Carrot, Orange, & Ginger Soup. #5: Glazed Tangerines with Almonds. Whether broiled or sautéed, tangerines and oranges make a delicious, unexpected dessert. Glaze them with almonds, brown sugar, and ginger, or make Sautéed Oranges with Italian Amaretti Cookies. For a festive dessert during party season, make a Clementine Upside-Down Cake. How does this **** get away with it? Time and again he prints this sad pish, using our national newspapers as a platform. Time and again I read it and reprint it and go on and ****ing on and on about it like it actually ****ing mattered in anyone's life. Every time this sad **** prints an article, I'm there, highlighting bits of it and getting in a rage.
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