The health benefits of citrus fruits from the office fruit basket are fairly well-documented.
They have a high content of vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system, as well as all-round health, meaning it's a great office fruit if you're feeling a bit under the weather.
Now, scientists have found that naringenin, an antioxidant found in citrus fruits, can do the same job as two individual drugs that currently treat Type 2 diabetes.
The antioxidant helps increase the body's sensitivity to insulin and diabetes occurs when the body cannot produce enough of this hormone in order to regulate blood-sugar levels.
Naringenin also helps maintain a healthy weight, which is vital for diabetes sufferers.
Study author Yaakov Nahmias, from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, hailed naringenin as a ‘remarkable’ treatment for diabetes.
Soft citrus fruits, including clementines and satsumas, contain vitamin B1 which helps reduce stiffness and tiredness, which is perfect if you're struggling after a before-work gym session.
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