REVIEW ON ROLE OF CITRUS FRUIT IN HEALTH
Somwanshi S. S.*, Bavage S. B., Ingle P. V. and Patel A. C.
Abstract
Citrus fruits are among the most important fruit trees grown in the
world, prized for their refreshing juice and health benefits. Citrus fruits
are thought to have numerous therapeutic properties, including anticancer,
anti-viral, anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory properties, effects on
capillary fragility, and ability to reduce platelet aggregation. Recently,
therapeutic value has been reported in relation to cardiovascular
disease and age re lasted macular degeneration. These many health
benefits of citrus fruits are related to the high amounts of photo
chemically and bioactive compounds such as flavonoids, carotenoids,
vitamins and minerals found in citrus fruits. It acts as antioxidant and it
also stimulates the immune system. Induces protective enzymes in the liver or blocks damage
to genetic material. His current work is investigating the health care uses of citrus fruit and its
constituents, and compiling the chemical composition of the plant.
Keywords: Citrus, Grapefruit Vitamin C, Heart Disease, Obesity Control.
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