The word breakfast brings to mind an image consisting of an elaborate spread of eggs, bacon, freshly buttered warm toast, fruits, maybe different types of cereal and of course, the quintessential glass of orange juice. Whether it is a super healthy breakfast or a decadent one loaded with calories, orange juice fits right in with all of them.

There are many advantages to consuming fresh orange juice, and as a matter of fact, most juiced fruits and vegetables are extremely good for you. Click here to see the benefits of other juices. Oranges are tangy and sweet and very tasty indeed. Underneath the yummy goodness lies more nutritional goodness.

Oranges have a very high content of vitamin C, an essential nutrient. While having too much of most other vitamins can cause negative effects, excess vitamin C does not cause any trouble and the body simply flushes it away. On the other hand, too little vitamin C can cause various problems like scurvy.

Antioxidants are necessary for the body and are known to be beneficial in protecting the body from various cancers and other diseases. Anti oxidants are also known to promote general overall good health. Orange juice is high in anti oxidants. Oranges have high fibre content, and juice with bits in it is a good source of fibre.

Most fresh juices have innumerable health benefits and a regular intake of fresh fruits and vegetables in the form of juice is an efficient and convenient way of providing your body with essential nutrients.