Mandarin oranges have become one of the most popular pleasures of the festive season; we pile the beautiful orange gleaming fruit into large bowls and stuff them into children’s stockings.
Did you know that mandarin oranges, satsumas, tangerines and clementines are all different varieties in the mandarin family? They are all smaller than oranges with a looser skin, making them easier to peel.
Below are 3 tasty and simple recipes for your pleasure. First, let’s learn how good they are for us.
5 Health Benefits Of Mandarin Oranges
1. Reduces Risk of Liver Cancer
The National Institute of Fruit Tree Science studied a Japanese population who ate a high number of mandarin oranges. In another study, a team at Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine studied patients with hepatitis who drank mandarin juice for a year. Both of the studies showed that mandarin oranges reduced the chance of liver cancer.
2. Inhibits the Growth of Leukemia
Mandarin oranges contain tangeretin, a flavone found in citrus peels which studies have shown help reduce the risk of leukemia.
3. Reduces Risk of Hardened Arteries
Tangerines contain a powerful flavonoid known as nobiletin, which has been shown in a study to lessen the hardening of arteries, especially in diabetics.
Both tangeretin and nobiletin were found to fight breast cancer cells, according to a study using the extract of the peel.
5. Full of Nutrients
They are an excellent source of Vitamin C, which is an antioxidant that helps prevent chemical damage to cells and helps keep the immune system healthy. They are also a good source of vitamin A, and a source of B-complex vitamins.
Mandarin Orange Green Smoothie
This is a super easy green smoothie to make with only 3 main ingredients, so there’s not much shopping to do. I love a green smoothie for breakfast. Learn 10 Reasons to Eat Green Smoothies.
