Safe to Eat Orange

Trying to conceive

It is suitable for couples to eat oranges while trying to conceive.

Vitamin C content in orange can help the absorption of calcium and iron as well as folic acid. Folic acid, iron and calcium are important for couple who are trying to conceive.

Vitamin C has antioxidant properties which help to boost immune system of the couples and improve the general health of the couples. This will also increase chance of conception.

Being a citric fruit, it is not suitable for couple to have this fruit in excess as it may have negative effects which include discomfort in the stomach.

During Pregnancy

It is beneficial for expecting mothers to eat oranges during pregnancy.

Orange is very rich in vitamin C which aids in the neural development of the fetus. Vitamin C can also aid the expecting mothers in fighting against stress.

Furthermore, orange is a good source of dietary fiber which can prevent constipation during pregancy.

Being a citric fruit, oranges can cause cold and sore throat during pregnancy. It is therefore important for you to limit the amount of consumption.

It should also be noted that pregnant women should not eat orange after consuming prawn or milk.

During Confinement

It is healthy to eat oranges in moderation.

Vitamin C In orange can reduce the stress in new mother and boost immune system. Its dietary fiber can also help to prevent constipation in the new mother.

However, this fruit is one of the cold fruit and may cause discomfort in the stomach of the new mother.

It should also be noted that you should not eat orange after consuming prawn or milk.

During Breastfeeding

It is good for breastfeeding mother to eat orange in moderation.

Vitamin C in orange can help in the absorption of the iron and calcium in the body which is important for the recovery of the new mother as well as the development of the growing baby.

However, when eat in excess, citric acid in the orange may cause the breast milk to have pungent flavor. The baby may become fuzzy because of this smell. Some babies may also develop diaper rash because of the citric acid in the orange.

Four Months to Six Months Old Baby

The acidity of this fruit make it unsuitable for your baby at this age.

Seven Months to Nine Months Old Baby

The acidity of this fruit make it unsuitable for your baby at this age.

Ten Months to Twelve Months Old Baby

The acidity of this fruit make it unsuitable for your baby at this age.

One Year Old and Above Baby

Orange is known for its rich vitamin C content which helps our human body in absorbing the iron and calcium. Both iron and calcium are important minerals needed for the healthy development of the growing children.

It also contains minerals like potassium, calcium, iron and vitamins like vitamin A, B1, B2 and folic acid.

However, children should avoid consuming this fruit in excess as orange has a high level of acidity.

It should also be noted that children should avoid eating orange after having milk and prawn.