It is believed that Oranges were originated in China and Japan. Arabs brought sour lime and orange trees to Andalucia (Spain), but they were used only in gardens for decoration because of their beauty and fragrance.

In Yucatan, oranges harvest during autumn and winter, nevertheless, they are available throughout the year. This fruit, containing vitamins A, B1, B2 and C, is also rich in mineral salts such as potassium, calcium and Phosphorus. They also possess diuretic and antirachitic properties, they are also known to prevent and cure certain diseases.

In ripe oranges, most part of the acid has been transformed to a kind of sugar that is easy to digest; this makes ripe oranges a lot more nutritious. If oranges aren’t ripe enough they should be eaten with moderation. Orange’s cellulose is known to be a laxative and a to disinfect our intestines thanks to it’s citric acids. Making it irreplaceably useful in the treatment of febrile diseases that originate in the body’s intestines. It is also known that fresh oranges contain a low amount of calories and are a good source of fiber and potassium.

Our Xurumbambo juice

Our juice alone is a healthy beverage source, and can also be combined with water and/or sugar. It is also used for cooking and even to mix with liquors such as Vodka (to prepare the famous screwdriver).