Health Benefits of Mandarin Oranges

Health Benefits of Mandarin Oranges

 

Whether you call them mandarin oranges, tangerines or clementines, they’re all different varieties that belong to the mandarin family. Mandarins are smaller than oranges and have a looser skin, which makes them easier to peel. Like all members of the citrus family, they provide a boost of vitamins and minerals, yet have few calories and not even 1 gram of fat. 

It seems that Mandarin is a miracle plant. Mandarin fight against obesity, have protect action against diabetes type 2 and even atherosclerosis.  

** This citrus fruit has several of health benefits like: 

Against Cancer:

Research has revealed that mandarins can lower the risk of developing liver cancer. The carotenoids present mandarin oranges due to high Vitamin A have shown to reduce the risk of liver cancer. Mandarin has a high level of limonene which has anti-cancer effects and also helps to prevent breast cancer.

Rich in Vitamin C:

Mandarins contain a high level of Vitamin C which provides a number of health benefits.

Against Cholesterol problems:

Mandarins produce synephrine which curbs the production of cholesterol in the body. The antioxidants present in Mandarin help to lower bad cholesterol and promote good cholesterol. 

Lower Blood pressure:

Mandarins also help to lower blood pressure levels. They consist of nutrients and minerals like potassium that lowers the blood pressure. 

Weight loss:

Mandarins are a substantial source of fiber. Fiber rich foods keep the stomach full for a longer period of time and reduce the desire or need to eat more food, assisting in weight loss. 

Healthy immune system:

Vitamin C in Mandarin is instrumental in preventing cold and is vital for the proper functioning of a healthy immune system. Mandarins have anti-microbial properties that prevent wounds from getting septic and from viral, fungal and bacterial infections.  Mandarins prevent spasm in the digestive and nervous system thus prevents cramps and vomiting. Mandarin is a natural blood purifier that helps to flush out toxins and unwanted substances from the body.

Good for Skin health:

Vitamin C present in Mandarin is very good for skin both when consumed internally and applied topically on the skin.

** The bad news are that April marked the end of the season tangerines. These are indeed real winter fruits. You will have to wait until November to find.