What YOU need to know about CITRUS!
1. Citrus contains flavonoids, a special type of plant chemical that can be beneficial against heart disease and cancer.
2. Just one orange supplies over 100% of your daily quota for vitamin C, not to mention other nutrients such as fiber and potassium.
3. A Meyer lemon is a cross between a mandarin orange and a lemon. Meyer lemons have a bright, thin skin and are sweeter / less acidic than regular lemons.
4. Citrus peel is packed with an essential oil called linalool, which might help relieve stress.
5. Hot water can actually extract flavonoids from the citrus peel. So go ahead and enjoy a cup of hot water with lemon!
Citrus Recipes:
Lemon Meyer Pizza
