Citrus Fruits are produced by plants of the genus, Citrus L. These fruits include Pomelos, Oranges, Lemons, Limes, Citrons, Grapefruits, Kumquats, and various hybrids.
HEALTH BENEFITS
I took an interest in Citrus Fruts because of their anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. These properties come from the bioactive compounds contained in these Citrus Fruits, specifically the nutrient Vitamin C and polyphenols, Hesperidin, Naringenin, and Eriocitrin.
HOW I USE CITRUS FRUITS
As a woman with Multiple Sclerosis (MS),I use Citrus Fruits to help manage my MS. When I discovered that inflammation causes MS relapses, with relapses being the worsening of current or creation of new MS symptoms, I incorporated Citrus Fruits into my beneficial diet to do the following:
- Use their anti-inflammatory properties to help manage inflammation.
- Use their antioxidant properties to protect the cells of the body from oxidative stress, which is linked to disease, a major source of inflammation.
So, Citrus Fruits help manage inflammation and a major source of inflammation.
Managing inflammation, helps manage my MS.
PREFERENCES
Due to my Diabetes and Candidiasis, I only eat low sugar Citrus Fruits, specifically Lemons and Limes.
I prefer to use crystallized Citrus juice, rather than fresh Citrus Fruits. Since I have arms and hands weakened by my MS, dry ingredients are easier to work with, making them a helpful cooking shortcut. Dry ingredients are also shelf stable and therefore unlikely to expire before you can use them.
RECIPES
I use Citrus Fruits in the following recipes:
Feel free to check out my other recipes.
HAVE CITRUS FRUITS HELPED ME?
Yes. I believe Citrus Fruits have contributed to the anti-inflammatory nature of my beneficial diet.
I have not witnessed or identified any other benefits, but i look forward to seeing what the future brings.
CAUTION
Due to the ever possible occurrence of product contamination, I always double check my sources and check ingredient lists before trying a new item.
Allergic reactions can happen to anyone, so I do my research and keep my eyes open to any potentially dangerous reactions, especially drug interactions, when I try anything new.
Ingesting large amounts of anything can be harmful, so I always consume in moderation. Some people can react negatively to high doses of Vitamin C and experience side effects, like nausea and headaches.
Citric Acid can also cause skin and eye irritation, and if consumed often or in large amounts, dental erosion and stomach upset.
-Jen, aka. Power Chair Dorothy
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Encyclopedia Britannica: Citrus
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