healthy dish | DYNAMIC DUO
Recipe
FRESH GRAPEFRUIT AND ORANGE COOLER
+ the juice of 2 Sunkist® + the juice of 2 Sunkist®
grapefruits oranges
+ ¼ cup sugar + 1 liter lemon-lime flavored soda, chilled + ice cubes + fresh mint leaves
To make one portion:
1 In a large pitcher, combine the fruit juices and sugar; stir to dissolve the sugar.
2 Add soda and ice cubes. 3 Garnish with orange slices and fresh mint.
MAKES 6 SERVINGS
powerful skin and prostate cancer-fighting agents. These recent findings expand the possible health benefits of the fruit to the leading cause of cancer death in the country and worldwide: lung cancer.”
pomegranate fruit extract helped slow the growth of lung cancer in mice.
“Pomegranate fruit continues to show great promise,” says Mukhtar, professor of dermatology at the School of Medicine and Public Health and a member of the Carbone Cancer Center. “We have earlier shown that pomegranate fruit contains very
Pomegranate seeds (called arils) can be tossed into salads, rice dishes, smoothies, or simply enjoyed fresh. Because the juice easily stains, the best way to peel a pomegranate is underwater. Just submerge it in a bowl of water placed in the sink, cut into quarter, pull back the peel and strip away the paper-thin membrane. The seeds will fall to the bottom.
Selection and Storage
When choosing a fresh pomegranate look for those that feel heavy for their size indicating lots of juice. The exterior color (can vary from yellow-pink to deep red) and a few blemishes are
juice
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quick tip
Create a centerpiece with a variety of oranges in a bowl such as navel, tangerines, mandarins and clementines. The
sweet citrus fragrance that fills the room is an added bonus that can be
enjoyed by all.
irrelevant. You can store pomegranates at room temperature for several days or in the refrigerator for up to a month.
As for oranges, pick fruit that is firm and feels heavy for its size, as it’s a juicier choice. The skin should be bright and colorful. Be sure to avoid those with bruises or discolored skins. A bit of green doesn’t mean the fruit is not ripe, as it’s the natural color. Some growers dye the skin to make the fruit more uniformly orange. The Food and Drug Administration requires a label that states “color added.” Oranges can be kept at room temperature for several days making them a perfect office snack.
Pomegranate juice is a refreshing alternative to alcohol. It’s readily available at grocers everywhere. Be sure, however, to read the label. Some brands are blended with other juices. Look for 100% pomegranate juice. With a little ice and soda water in wine glass, this ruby read juice is festive and delicious.
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Although readily available at you local grocery store, if you love fresh squeezed orange juice, know that fruit at room temperature gives up more juice. Roll the fruit on the countertop with the palm of your hand to break the juice sacs. Cut in half crosswise and ream out the juice using a hand or electric juicer.
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