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| erides; fewer triglycerides means thinner blood, which in turn means lower blood pressure. |
| Onions' sulfur compounds are also a boon to asthma sufferers: they help stop allergic reactions and inflammation, helping to clear respiratory passages. |
| Just one medium onion per day provides all these healthy benefits. |
| Tips: |
| Cut onions close to cooking or serving time to preserve the most nutrients. |
| Store onions in the refrigerator or in a cool place. Chilled onions will provoke fewer tears when you cut them; running your knife blade under cold water helps too. |
| F.Y.I. |
| Freshly squeezed OJ is a great drink: it's high in vitamin C, potassium, and folic acid. But don't neglect to eat the whole fruit as well: juice doesn't provide all the fiber and other beneficial compounds. |
| Oranges |
| Strengthen the immune system |
| Lower cholesterol |
| Prevent inflammation |
| May lower risk of heart disease and stroke |
| May help prevent cancer |
| Oranges are a strong contender for most popular fruit and food most associated with good health. Even nutritional know-nothings know oranges are a great source of vitamin C. But few realize how many other good things they do for you. |
| C Plus |
| An average orange contains about 70 milligrams of vitamin C, over 100 percent of the RDA for this powerful antioxidant. Vitamin C helps the body |
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