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The Tunisian citrus fruits: a valued heritage
The Tunisian Cap Bon region offers the best quality of harvest rich in flavor and vitamins. Thanks to the hot clime along the year Tunisia offers different types of citrus fruits.
The harvesting in Tunisia starts from november until may and depend of citrus type.
Benefits of citrus fruits
Citrus fruits are known to be rich in vitamin C. They also contain potassium, fiber and folic acid. They are prevent against hypertension and diabetes. Citrus fruits also help to prevent kidney stones and constipation.
Citrus fruits help lower cardiovascular disease. Then, antioxidants, mostly found in Orange juice, reduce the damage caused by free radicals in the body.