Top 6 Health Benefits of Citrus Fruits

Citrus fruits should be a part of your regular diet. Read on to learn about the top six benefits of citrus fruits.

Every year, there are more than 120 million tons of citrus fruits produced all over the world. That makes citrus trees the most important of all fruit tree crops in the world.

In fact, the United States is one of the biggest consumers of citrus produce. Back in 2015, folks in the U.S. consumed 517,500 tons of oranges alone! That's about seven per cent of the entire global consumption.

After all, these fruits are so tasty and versatile they're perfect for dishes and drinks. For many of us, mornings won't be complete without a refreshing glass of OJ. Citrus fruits are great for low-cal snacking too.

But most important of all is the long list of health benefits citrus fruits deliver. We'll take a look at six of them, so make sure you keep reading!

1. Cancer-Fighting and -Protecting Properties

A Harvard study backs this up. It discovered components in citrus fruits that can reduce esophageal cancer risks. These components include Vitamin C, flavonoids, carotenoids, and folate.

Another study also found citrus tree fruits to have antiangiogenic properties. This means they aid in keeping the spread of cancer at bay.

The American Cancer Society also says these fruits help reduce stomach cancer risks.

There are many other studies that support these findings. But the above should be enough to get more citrus in your system!

2. Lower Risks of Stroke in Women

Many fruits of the citrus tree family are chock-full of flavanones. They're compounds that studies, like this one, have found to have stroke-reducing properties. They can help bring down the risks of stroke in women by as much as 19%!

Best of all, the list of citrus fruits containing these compounds is quite the long one! That means you have many options to choose from, aside from oranges and grapefruits. The Kaffir lime fruit is one such addition to your diet you should consider.

3. Helps with Weight Loss or Maintenance Goals

The mandarin fruit, as well as oranges and lemons, make for great weight loss snacks. Aside from the fact that they're rich in antioxidants, they're also low in calories. Plus, they boast high fiber and water content, which makes and keeps you feeling full.

4. Keeps Your Crown Healthy, Shiny, and Full

Two-thirds of American men aged 35 suffer from noticeable hair loss. But it's not a problem restricted to males. As many as 40% of those suffering from such conditions are females.

Lucky us then, because citrus fruit benefits include healthier strands! Aside from making hair less prone to breaking, they also help lower hair loss risks too.

5. Prevents Kidney Stone Formation

Low citrate levels in urine pave the way for the formation of kidney stones. The good news is, you can protect yourself from this by drinking more fresh citrus juices. Especially fresh lemon juice, which has higher citric acid content than OJ.

6. Lowers Stress Levels for a Happier You

Too much cortisol (AKA the "stress hormone") in your system makes your stress levels go up. Elevated blood pressure, especially in a high-anxiety situation, does the same thing.

If you find yourself facing triggers like these on a regular basis, load up on citrus fruits. Their Vitamin C content can help keep cortisol and blood pressure increases at bay.

Live Healthier with More Citrus Fruits in Your Diet

These are only six of the many other health benefits of citrus fruits. But they're amazing enough on their own to persuade you to get more of them into your diet.

Try our seasonal citrus box while its available...the Craft Citrus Club!

Our Rio box is a 15-lb curated box of our fresh-harvested citrus from South Texas. The fruit is NOT gassed, rather it is tree-ripened. Our season runs from Nov-May for oranges, grapefruit and mandarins.

Our Grande box is a 30-lb box of either fresh-harvested Rio Red Grapefruit or Sweet Oranges from South Texas.