Citrus fruits are known for their fresh flavor and bright appearance. Apart from that, they are a
perfect addition to your winter diet owing to their excellent provision of vitamin C which helps
boost your im mune system and assist your body combat illnesses. Vitamin C is an essential
vitamin especially d uring the cold and flu season, hence citrus fruits contain this essential
vitamin. Citrus fruits also assist our bodies in keeping our hearts healthy, preventi on of cancer
through their antioxidant contents, promote brain health, and regulate blood glucose
Whole c itrus fruits also co ntain dietary fibre which is essential for proper digestion and helps
keep you feeling full. This is the best away to have a low – fa t diet by switching it out with one
of your regular snacks ( have a nectarine instead of crisps ) . This is also the best way to keep
off the winter weight gain.
Fruits can also be used for seasoning or as dressings in salads instead of using oil based salad
dressings. Lemon and lime juice can be used instead of your regular oily salad dressings.
List of citrus fruits
- Oranges
- Lemon
- Grapefruits
- Naartjies
- Kiwi fruit
- Berries
- Limes
It is usually not a problem to obtain these citrus fruits as they are winter fruits that ripen as
the winter season approaches or during the winter season
It is very important to know that citrus fruits provide the best nutritional value when eaten
fresh.
