Fast Facts
- The blood orange color comes from climates that have cold nights and warm sunny afternoons.
- In Italy, blood oranges are the most popular kind of oranges and often served as dessert.
- Like regular oranges, blood oranges are a great source of vitamin C.
- Choose the oranges that are plump, heavy, and firm.
Blood Orange Smoothie
What you need
- 1 blood orange peeled
- 1 small ripe banana
- 1 cup skim milk
- 2 tbsp. lime juice
- 2 cups baby carrots
Directions
Blend ingredients in a blender until smooth
Serves: 2
- Calories: 175
- Total fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Sugar: 25 g
- Protein: 7 g
How Much Vitamin C Do You Need Each Day?
| Age | Amount (mg) |
| 1-3 | 15 |
| 4-8 | 25 |
| 9-13 | 45 |
| 14-18 | 65 (f), 75 (m) |
| 19-50+ | 75 (f), 90 (m) |
