NATURAL SUPPORT TO THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
AND HEALTHY INFLAMMATORY AND
OXIDATIVE STRESS RESPONSE
NATURAL SUPPORT TO THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
AND HEALTHY INFLAMMATORY AND
OXIDATIVE STRESS RESPONSE
IMMUNE HEALTH
The orange juice could be considered a co-product of the agro-alimentary industry where the oranges no longer appealing to the food market are squeezed to produce the juice.
Why choose OXIMMUNE™
OXIMMUNE™ is a powder extract obtained from blood red oranges that combines the antioxidant activity of polyphenols with high content of Vitamin C to support immune system function.
OXIMMUNE™ contains 12 mg of Vitamin C per dose, corresponding to 15% of the RDA.
SUGGESTED DOSAGE 150/300 MG/DAY
health benefits
Support of a healthy immune system
Natural source of Vitamin C
Provides antioxidant protection
blood oranges
Characteristics, plant life cycle and seasonality
The blood orange tree is an evergreen flowering tree, 9–10 m high with large spines on branches. Leaves are green and emit a strong characteristic citrus odor due to the presence of copious oil. As with many other plants, flowering occurs in spring. Orange flowers, called “le zagare”, are white and characterized by a pleasant smell, they are in fact used in the perfume industry or in the honey production. The fruit looks like a round berry with a very thick and rough orange peel with pulp ranging from orange to red, according to the variety.
Oranges usually ripen 6 to 12 months after flowering and can be harvested within 2-3 months before they overripe. However, the precise timing for harvesting depends on the variety and the local growing conditions. Moreover, oranges are traditionally hand-picked, with a combined twist and pull motion of the wrist. Alternatively, some growers opt for scissors or shears to cut off the stem. This method is very common when harvesting fruit with delicate, thin peel.
About blood oranges
Uses, traditions and folk medicine
In the Mediterranean basin, blood oranges have been cultivated since the early 19th century, although over time their cultivation has extended to other citrus-producing regions such as China, Australia, and the United States. Indeed, nowadays this particular variety of orange is consumed all over the world as an excellent source of vitamin C, a powerful natural antioxidant that builds the body’s immune system.
The blood orange is not just a fruit, but an integral part of the Mediterranean culture and tradition. In ancient times, they have been used as a natural remedy to treat various disorders like constipation, cramps, colic, diarrhea, cough, cold, hypertension etc. In traditional cuisine, thanks to their distinctive flavor, blood oranges represent a key ingredient in a variety of dishes, including salads, sauces, meat dishes and desserts. Moreover, many regions are known for blood orange cultivation, such as Sicily in Italy, hold festivals and fairs dedicated to this citrus cultivar. These events often feature a wide range of blood orange-based products, including juices, jams, sweets, and alcoholic beverages.