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THE GARDEN
GAZETTE
Health Benefits of Citrus Fruit
Citrus fruits and juices, such as oranges, grapefruits, and tangerines, are beneficial to
one’s health. The benefits include heart and bone health, weight management, and
immune support.
Heart disease is the number one cause of death for men and women in the United
States. Adding citrus fruits to your daily diet helps to contribute to heart health. Citrus fruits contain many nutrients that are associated with good heart and bone health
including vitamin C, vitamin D, calcium, folate, and potassium.
Citrus fruits are packed full of nutrients and can help you meet your fruit intake recommendations. Citrus fruits can also help contribute to weight loss or weight maintenance. Citrus fruits contain fiber and a high water content that keeps you feeling full
for longer. According to research, adults who regularly consume 100 percent orange
juice tend to have significantly lower body mass index, waist circumferences and
body fat percentages as compared to those who don’t drink orange juice.
The immune system is the body’s natural mechanism for fighting off diseases. Citrus
fruits contain essential nutrients that help keep your immune system healthy and fight
diseases such as colds and the flu.
Scheid Produce Inc.
Issue 10
December 2012
Bet you didn’t know…
*The color orange was
named after the fruit.
*Orange is the world’s third
favorite flavor after chocolate and vanilla.
*An orange can generate
enough electricity to power
a holiday light.
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Information from this article was taken from www.floridajuice.com.
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Navel oranges are a result
of a mutation in a group
of sweet orange trees, in
Brazil in 1820. They are
considered the world’s
finest eating orange. Navel oranges are low in
calories and are a good
source of potassium, fiber, and of course, vitamin C. To date there is
no artificial way to ripen
Navel Oranges
oranges; therefore, oranges
are not harvested until they
are ripe. Skin color is not
an indication of ripeness;
often a mature orange has
some green color on the
skin. Ripe oranges are
firm and heavy for their
size and will smell good.
Peak season for navel oranges is January through
March. We receive navel
•When placing your order by
voicemail, please state your
name and the name of your
company
316 Blue Rock Road
oranges from Florida and
California in a variety of
sizes.
Millersville, PA 17551
Phone: 717-872-6201
Toll Free: 1-877-4Scheid
Fax: 717-872-6247
Check our website for
additional information.
www.scheidproduce.com
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Issue 10
THE GARDEN GAZETTE
Four Great Ideas for Orange Peels
Who knew orange peels had so many uses? Before trying these ideas, you will need to prepare the orange peels. First
peel the orange keeping as much of the peel intact as possible. Use a sharp knife and remove the white pith. Then
slice the peels into thin strips. If you are using the peels for food products, it is recommended you use oranges that
are free from pesticides.
1. Use them to freshen the air. In a small saucepan place orange peels and cinnamon sticks and/or whole
cloves. Fill pan about halfway with water and simmer.
2. Make candied orange peels. For 4 oranges, bring 4 ¼ cups water and 2 ½ cups sugar to a boil; add orange
peels and simmer until syrupy (this could take an hour or more). Allow to cool then drain. Coat peels with
sugar and place on parchment lined baking sheet. Bake at 200°F for about an hour or until dry. Check about
every 15 minutes to avoid burning.
3. Dried orange peels can be used as kindling, in potpourri, or in your bath water. To dry simply place peels on
a baking sheet in a 200°F oven for 3-4 hours. Turn the oven off and allow to completely dry overnight.
Grind them into a powder and they can be used them to flavor desserts or tea.
4. Make orange-flavored oil. Add orange peel and cranberries to olive oil (or any mild oil). Let stand for several weeks. Place in a pretty bottle and tie on a ribbon, and you have a great gift.
Honey Cinnamon Butter
Need a quick gift for a hostess, teachers, neighbors and/or co-workers? Give something you
made yourself. Below are recipes for flavored butters, which make a great gift, and are really
fast and easy to make.
By: Sheila
Honey Cinnamon Butter
1 cup softened butter
½ cup honey
1 tsp. cinnamon
Simply blend all ingredients together. Keep in the refrigerator. Place in a pretty
container and tie with a ribbon, and it’s ready to give.
Variations:
Orange Honey Butter: Substitute 1 tsp. orange zest for the cinnamon
Garlic Butter: Omit honey and cinnamon and add ½ cup grated parmesan, 1 tbsp. oil and 1 tsp. garlic powder.
Employee Spotlight: Dilara Malik
Dilara Malik has been
employed at Scheid Produce for three months.
Her tasks include packing and cutting fruits and
vegetables. Dilara said
her favorite part about
working at Scheid Produce is the good environment and friendly
atmosphere. During her
free time, Dilara enjoys
playing farming games
on Facebook. Her favorite fruits and vegetables
include kiwi, figs, oranges, celery, and cucumbers. Dilara, thank
you for your willingness
to help wherever it is
needed! Your positive
attitude has made you
this month’s employee spotlight.
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