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A Healthy Family

Oranges, limes, key limes, grapefruits, lemon and the list goes on. All of the aforementioned fruits are part of the Citrus family. All of us have consumed these delicious, sometimes sour fruits. They are known for their richness in vitamin C. But what else do you know about the citrus family? In this blog we will look at 7 interesting facts about the citrus family.  Full of Vitamin C and other nutrients Citrus fruits are an excellent source of vitamin C, a nutrient that strengthens the immune system and keeps your skin smooth and elastic. In fact, just one medium orange has all the vitamin C you need in a day .Citrus fruits also have good amounts of other vitamins and minerals that your body needs to function properly, including B vitamins, potassium, phosphorous, magnesium and copper. Additionally, they are rich in plant compounds that have various health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.These compounds include over 60 varieties of flavonoids, caroten...