benefits of eating oranges – The Skinny Gene Project https://www.skinnygeneproject.org Educate. Empower. Prevent Diabetes Tue, 09 Apr 2013 10:00:54 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 133158330 The Winner: Oranges vs Brussels Sprouts https://www.skinnygeneproject.org/the-winner-oranges-vs-brussels-sprouts/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-winner-oranges-vs-brussels-sprouts https://www.skinnygeneproject.org/the-winner-oranges-vs-brussels-sprouts/#respond Tue, 09 Apr 2013 10:00:54 +0000 http://skinnygeneproject.dreamhosters.com/?p=1925 Read More]]> The winner of the forth Produce Playoff, head-to-head matchup, Orange vs Brussels Sprout,  is….

 

ORANGE

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Here’s how the Outrageous Oranges outplayed  the Banging Brussels Sprouts..

Unfortunately the Brussels Sprouts had a tough day, they were over cooked, lowering the amounts of their star nutrients allowing the quick attack of the oranges to dominate.  Oranges came through with a strong immune system, GI tract, and heart, while lowering risk of diabetes and cancer.

Once again, the fan support swayed the game.  By the looks of  it, 67% of the fans in attendance were cheering for the Oranges while only 33%  were rooting for the Brussels Sprouts.

 

 

Our FanCam spotted these Standout Supporters!

“Mmm. Brussels sprouts. Delicious steamed or roasted…”

“Go Sprouts!”

“Most definitely orange, orange everything!”

“Oranges! Again, I’m going with color!

“Come on… How can you go against the orange?!!!”

 

These fans, and all the other participants who voted for their favorite team in the Oranges vs Brussels Sprouts head-to-head matchup, were entered into our favorite fan drawing for a Visa gift card.

VOTING CLOSED!

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March Madness brings out the best of the best teams to compete in head-to-head matchups on the basketball court!  In honor of the march mayhem, Skinny Gene presents the Produce Playoffs!  Just like the big dance, anything can happen on any given day as these super foods go head-to-head!  Whatever the outcome, all of these foods are winners!


SEE RULES AND GIVEAWAYS!

 

DAY 4 MATCHUP: Outrageous Oranges vs Banging Brussels Sprouts

(voting from April 3rd – April 8th @ Midnight PST)

 

The next produce playoff is the Outrageous Oranges versus the Banging Brussels Sprouts.  Both of these teams are peaking at the right time for the playoffs.  This is sure to be a match up of the most potent antioxidant players.  Here is the game day breakdown for the two teams:

ORANGES

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Season: Phenomenal season, December through April.

Star players:  Vitamin C, Fiber, Phytonutrients 

On the benchthiamin, folate, Vitamin A, potassium, calcium

Offense:  The offense attack of the oranges relies on the fast break, wash, peel, and eat!  Oranges also can play a sweet role in a spinach or fruit salad.   

Defense:  The oranges ‘go to’ star player is Vitamin C, providing immune defense and cancer reduction.   Fiber plays an important role regulating blood sugars and the bowels.  You will want to keep an eye out for the phytonutrients which can protect the heart function, lower cholesterol and reduce inflammation.

 

 

VERSUS

 

Brussels Sprouts

BRUSSELS SPROUTS

 

Season: Long season from December to June. 

Star players: Vitamins K and C, fiber

On the bench: Vitamin A and E

OffenseBrussels Sprouts are best steamed for about 5 minutes, over cooking decreases their nutritional value.  Try roasting Brussels Sprouts to enhance the flavor.

Defense: The defense antioxidant trio of Vitamins C, A, and E decrease inflammation and reduce risks of cancer.  Fiber provides 4 grams per cup, sure to help defend against cholesterol and constipation.

 

THE WINNER

This was an awesome matchup. Both teams played hard, but there could only be 1 winner. And  it was…. CLICK TO SEE THE ANSWER! :)

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