Orange juice (OJ) is a popular, vitamin C-rich liquid extracted from oranges, made by squeezing or pressing the fruit, available fresh or from concentrate, with pulp or without, and often fortified with calcium/vitamin D, serving as a refreshing drink that can support immunity and gut health. It's a key part of many diets, offering potassium, flavonoids, and other nutrients, though pure, unsweetened versions are best for health benefits.
Key characteristics:
Source: Extracted from oranges (like Valencia, Navel, Blood oranges).
Production: Squeezed, sometimes reamed, processed (pasteurized for shelf life), filtered for pulp, or reconstituted from concentrate.
Varieties: Can be 100% juice, from concentrate, with pulp (bits) or pulp-free, or even fortified.
Nutrients: High in Vitamin C, potassium, folate, and flavonoids (like hesperidin).
Benefits: May boost immunity, support gut health (with pulp), reduce inflammation, and help with hydration.
Types of OJ:
100% Juice: Pure extract with nothing added (no sugar, preservatives).
From Concentrate: Water is removed for storage and added back later.
Fortified: Calcium and Vitamin D are often added to commercial juices.
Probiotic: Some versions have beneficial bacteria added for gut health.
How it's consumed:
As a standalone beverage.
In cocktails (like Screwdrivers, Tequila Sunrises).
As a cooking ingredient.
Type
Drink
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