Citrus Fruits: Frequently Asked Questions

Though acid-based in the bottle, TAHITIAN NONI ® Juice is converted by the body and promotes an alkaline body chemistry.

The fruits are splitting because of water stress. Too much water in the later stages of fruit maturation will cause the flesh to expand beyond the capacity of the rind. Hamlin and Valencia and young trees are more prone to splitting than other varieties and older trees. To lessen this as much as possible, it is important to water citrus when adequate rainfall is lacking and fertilize as recommended to produce a tougher rind. See the article on "Plant Nutrients and Fertilizers" in the "Home Citrus Handbook".

Die Zusammensetzung unserer Produkte kann je nach Land variieren – aufgrund von Gesetzesbestimmungen oder Vorlieben der Verbraucher. Schweppes Citrus Fruits weisst in der Schweiz die folgende Zusammensetzung auf: Wasser, Zucker, Orangensaft aus Konzentrat (2%), Kohlensäure, Säuerungsmittel: Zitronensäure, Konservierungsmittel (E202, E211), Süssungsmittel: Aspartam** und Acesulfam-K, modifizierte Stärke (E1450), Stabilisatoren ...

This is an evolving area of research, but new evidence indicates that some related citrus fruits may cause drug interactions in a similar manner to grapefruit. These interactions are believed to be due to a group of chemical compounds that are specific to GJ and certain related citrus fruits. The most important of these chemical compounds is called 6',7'-dihydroxybergamottin. These interactions are not due to vitamin C or citric acid content. ...

The citrus attachment makes the juicer like a motorized citrus juicer, (like mom used). The Omega 1000/9000 and Acme 5001/6001/7001 will juice citrus without the attachment, just peel the grapefruit or orange and put through the machine. (there are inedible pigments in the skin) (Lemons and limes can be cut and put in whole). The attachment lets you cut the orange in half, and "ream" it, thus producing juice faster. ...

The acid in citrus does not pair well with cheese. For a tart fruit flavor, try apricots or cranberries. Don't forget the nuts and crusty breads!

Abrasion/Wind scarring — Fruits blow about in heavy wind and rub against twigs, other fruits, leaves, etc. Does not affect interior quality of fruit. For

The acids found in citrus fruits and juices can interact with the efficacy of zinc.

The acids found in citrus fruits and juices can interact with the efficacy of zinc.

Yes, although it is a bit more difficult.. Citrus fruits, such as oranges, grapefruits, tangerines, have a bitter outer rind, and juice from a "whole" orange would be too bitter to drink. It also contains indigestible chemicals. One solution is to grate away (or peel) the outer rind (the orange coloring on the orange - it is best to leave the white "pith", as valuable nutrients are contained within the white area).