Oranges reduce the risk of blindness

Australian scientists from the University of Sydney argued that only one orange a day significantly reduces the likelihood of developing age-related macular degeneration - a disease that can lead to blindness.

To such conclusions, scientists came from the results of 15-year observations of the diet of more than 2 thousand adults. The average age of the project participants was 49 years. Their diet was assessed using special tests.

After processing the data, it was enough to eat one orange a day to reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration (macular degeneration) by 60%. Moreover, even just one orange per week already gives a noticeable protective effect, although not so pronounced.

The reason for this lies in the fact that in oranges, even in comparison with other citrus fruits, the level of antioxidants of flavonoids is exceptionally high. They have an anti-inflammatory effect and stimulate the immune system.

Of course, flavonoids can be found in other fruits and vegetables, but for some reason, it is the regular eating of oranges that give such a significant effect. Scientists can not yet explain the effect of these bright and tasty fruits.

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