1 pitcher water
1 sliced blood orange
1 sliced navel orange
2 peeled mandarins
Orange-infused water helps rid the body of toxins. There is power contained in the entire fruit - flesh, pith and peel.
Benefits include:
Cancer Fighter: Cancer-fighting compounds contain liminoids and carotenoids which combat cancers of the lungs, breast, mouth, skin and colon.
Fiber Source: Fiber in oranges cleanses the intestines, pulls cholesterol from the body and controls blood-sugar levels.
Lower Cholesterol: Hesperidin, a flavornoid found in the fruit and peel, cuts down lipids in the blood, lowering cholesterol and blood pressure.
Skin Booster: May be used on face as a toner - helps clean and shrink enlarged pores.
Eyes: Vitamins C and A, along with potassium help keep eyes healthy.
Weight Loss Helper: First thing in the morning, orange water can help flush out toxins and boost the metabolism.
