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 30 mg and 130 mg of hesperidin on average in a 250 ml 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!