March is National Nutrition Month, a time to celebrate and promote the importance of making more informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits. This year, we invite you to #OwnYourWellness with the delicious and nutritious benefits of Florida Orange Juice. Whether you’re starting your day with a glass of this refreshing beverage or incorporating it into your meals, Florida Orange Juice offers a simple and tasty way to help support your overall health.
Florida Orange Juice is not just a refreshing beverage; it’s also packed with essential vitamins and minerals that support overall health. Here are some key nutrients and plant compounds found in every glass:
- Vitamin C: Known for its powerful antioxidant properties, vitamin C is crucial for maintaining healthy skin, bones, and immune function. Just one 250 ml glass of Florida Orange Juice provides 100% of your daily recommended intake, making it an easy and delicious way to meet your vitamin C needs.
- Potassium: An electrolyte that is needed by every cell in your body, potassium helps to maintain the proper flow of water in and out of your cells and is necessary to maintain a normal blood pressure, heart beat and helps your muscles and kidneys work. You can get 10% of the recommended daily intake of potassium in a 250 mL glass of 100% orange juice.
- Hesperidin: A bioflavonoid found specifically in Florida Orange Juice, hesperidin has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that contribute to overall health and help support your immune system. Orange juice has been reported to contain between 30mg and 130mg of hesperidin on average in a 250ml serving.
Owning your nutrition also looks like balancing your diet to enjoy little pleasures like a glass of OJ in the morning or a sweet treat that makes you happy after dinner. Like PWHL athlete, Natalie Spooner says, “If it makes you happy, that’s also a part of managing wellness.”
To help you #OwnYourWellness through nutrition, check out our recipe page for inspiration. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing smoothie bowl, a tangy salad, or a flavourful nachos, there’s a recipe for everyone.
Also a must try is our Florida Orange Juice Chia Seed Pudding!