Citrus Fruits Explained: 10 Health Benefits of Orange, Malta, Kinnow, and Musami

Introduction

Citrus fruits — Orange (Santara), Malta, Kinnow, and Musami (Sweet Lime) — belong to the Rutaceae family and are highly valued for their taste, nutrition, and medicinal uses.
They are widely cultivated in Pakistan, especially in Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and are considered winter superfruits. These fruits are not only refreshing but also play a vital role in traditional and modern medicine.

Nutritional Value of Citrus Fruits (per 100g average)

• Calories: 45–52 kcal
• Vitamin C: 60–80% of daily requirement
• Fiber: 2–3 g
• Potassium: 180–220 mg
• Folate: 40–50 mcg
• Antioxidants: Flavonoids, Hesperidin, Limonoids, Carotenoids

Difference Between Orange, Malta, Kinnow, and Musami

🟠 Orange (Santara)

• Sweet taste, widely grown worldwide
• Best for immunity, skin glow, and blood purification

🔴 Malta

• Tangy, fibrous, and refreshing
• Excellent for heart health and detox

🟠 Kinnow (Mandarin Hybrid)

• Origin: Punjab, Pakistan (Sargodha famous)
• Very juicy, easy to peel, high Vitamin C

🟢 Musami (Sweet Lime)

• Mild, sweet, and easy on the stomach
• Best for patients with fever, acidity, and weakness

Health Benefits of Citrus Fruits

1. Boost immunity and fight infections
2. Prevent heart disease by lowering cholesterol
3. Aid digestion and relieve constipation
4. Improve skin tone, reduce acne, and delay aging
5. Prevent kidney stones and cleanse urinary tract
6. Support liver health and detoxify blood
7. Aid in weight management (low calories, high fiber)
8. Improve iron absorption and fight anemia
9. Control diabetes and balance blood sugar
10. Refresh brain and reduce stress

15 Herbal & Home Remedies with Citrus Fruits

1. Cold & Cough Remedy: Drink orange juice with honey and a pinch of ginger juice.
2. Constipation Relief: Eat 2 kinnows before sleeping at night.
3. Acidity & Indigestion: Drink Musami juice with a little black salt.
4. Skin Brightening Pack: Apply orange peel powder mixed with rose water.
5. Weight Loss Tea: Boil dried citrus peel in water, add honey, and drink daily.
6. Heart Tonic: Drink Malta juice with 1 tsp honey every morning.
7. Anemia Support: Orange juice with soaked raisins improves blood.
8. Diabetes Friendly Snack: Eat whole orange instead of juice.
9. High Blood Pressure: Drink Malta juice with ½ tsp flaxseed powder.
10. Kidney Stone Prevention: Diluted orange juice daily helps reduce uric acid.
11. Throat Infection: Warm orange juice with black pepper provides relief.
12. Weakness After Fever: Musami juice with honey restores energy.
13. Stress & Fatigue: Citrus juice with mint leaves refreshes the mind.
14. Pimples & Acne: Apply paste of kinnow peel with turmeric.
15. Liver Detox: Fresh orange juice with lemon enhances liver function.

Citrus Peel Benefits (Orange, Malta, Kinnow, Musami)

• Contain double Vitamin C compared to pulp
• Powerful fat burner and metabolism booster
• Excellent for skincare: whitening, acne treatment, anti-aging
• Reduces bad cholesterol (LDL) and regulates BP
• Works as natural deodorizer and room freshener

Citrus Peel Tea Recipe
Boil 1 tsp dried peel in 1 cup water.
Add honey for taste.
Drink daily for better digestion, immunity, and fat metabolism.

Recipes with Citrus Fruits

1. Citrus Detox Water
Add orange, kinnow, and cucumber slices in water. Leave overnight and drink in the morning.

2. Mixed Citrus Juice
Blend orange, Malta, and musami together. Perfect refreshing drink for winters.

3. Citrus Marmalade
Cook pulp and peel with sugar and lemon juice. Store as a natural spread.

4. Citrus Smoothie
Blend kinnow, banana, honey, and yogurt for a nutritious and energizing smoothie.

References (External)

• Healthline – Oranges: Nutrition Facts and Health Benefits
• NCBI – Citrus Fruits as a Source of Bioactive Compounds
  

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