Potassium accounts for over 40% of the total mineral content of citrus fruit. Potassium functions to maintain intracellular fluid balance and as such a high intake is associated with lower of blood pressure and a reduced risk of stroke.
Potassium content tends to be lower during a heavy crop year.
Due to a favorable ratio of sodium to potassium, citrus juices are generally prescribed in diets to balance the body electrolytes in summer months.
Citrus juices taken in excess can leech calcium from the system, softening bones and teeth.
If drink more than three to four 6 ounce glasses per week, make sure to get extra exercise to burn excess acid.
In Valencia and navel oranges from California, sodium, silicon, iron, manganese and boron are found.
Minerals in citrus fruit
