
Source: giallozafferano.it
PRESENTATION
Orange, grapefruit, and lemon drink with extra virgin olive oil
INGREDIENTS:
2 oranges
1 lemon
2 grapefruits (pink or yellow)
1 teaspoon olive oil (5 g)
A little sugar, if needed
INSTRUCTIONS:
Peel the citrus fruit.
Remove the seeds.
Place all the ingredients in a blender.
Add a little water or ice if desired.
Blend until smooth.
If too tart, sweeten with a little sugar.
ALLERGENS:
- Orange: Possible individual intolerance; possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy
- Lemon: Lemon intolerance or possible cross-reaction in case of grass pollen allergy
- Extra virgin olive oil: Uncommon allergy; no intolerance reported
- Grapefruit: Possible individual intolerance
NOTE
- Prepare and handle under strict hygienic conditions.
The ingredients in this dish provide the following benefits:
- Oranges: They provide flavonoids (vitamin P), antioxidants that enhance the action of vitamin C, which supports the immune and cardiovascular systems. They are also recommended for kidney patients; they support liver function due to their supply of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
- Lemon: Rich in antioxidants: vitamin C, beta-carotene, cryptoxanthin, lutein, and zeaxanthin, which promote liver cell regeneration, immune system function, and protect the cardiovascular system. Also recommended for kidney patients and beneficial for liver function due to its supply of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
- Extra virgin olive oil: a source of vitamin E, which protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids.
- Grapefruits: provide flavonoids (vitamin P), antioxidants that enhance the action of vitamin C, which supports the immune and cardiovascular systems. Also recommended for kidney patients; beneficial for liver function due to its supply of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
SAFETY / INTENDED USE
Also suitable for:
- Anorexia – Weight loss
- Constipation if unsweetened
- Diarrhea
- Xerostomia (dry mouth)
- Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing) if containing thickeners
- Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing) only if thickened or treated with thickeners
Not recommended for:
- Mucositis and oral lesions due to acidity
Product must be prepared under strict hygienic conditions