We choose food based on flavor. And if the food doesn't taste good, there's little point in it being healthy because no one will want to eat it. For years we have been told to eliminate the fat, eliminate the salt, and eliminate the sugar to control diabetes. Let's take a look at the many ways food can become again a gastronomic experience. The Wonders of Citrus Besides its nutrient power, citrus is a great flavoring agent.
Citrus is acidic, making it a natural tenderizer for meats and poultry.
All meats are muscles and their tough protein fibers need breaking down. Acidic citrus juices do this. Citrus, like fat, also provides moisture to foods, so use it to replace all or part of the fat in marinades. Citrus is also good in salad dressings. Cut down on some of the oil by adding orange, lime, or lemon juice to homemade salad dressing.