Tangerine and White Grapefruit
Benefits
Health Benefits
Arthritis treatment, Cancer prevention, Heart care
Arthritis prevention, Asthma treatment, Cancer prevention, Kidney stone treatment, Liver health
General Benefits
Anti-inflammatory properties, Cures cough, Cures fever, Digestive aid, Healing of wounds, Maintains healthy cholesterol level
Anti oxidant properties, Boosts immune system, Cures cough, Eye care, Fights against infections, Helps in weight loss, Improves eye vision, Maintains healthy cholesterol level, Treatment of common cold
Skin Benefits
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Anti-aging benefits, Brightens and lightens complexion, Reduces wrinkles, Treatment of dark spots
Hair Benefits
Promotes longer and healthier hair, Protects hair, Rejuvenates scalp, Shiny hair
Prevents hair loss, Protects hair, Regulates hair growth, Treatment of dandruff
Allergy
Allergy Symptoms
Abdominal cramps, Hives, Itching, Nausea, Wheezing
Abdominal pains, Breathing difficulty, Decrease in blood pressure, Diarrhea, Dizziness, Eczema, Hives, Lightheadedness, Nausea, Runny nose, Sneezing, Swelling of mouth, tongue or lips, Vomiting, Wheezing
Side Effects
Allergic reaction, Skin rash, Possibly unsafe during pregnancy
Allergic reaction
Recommeded for
Pregnant Women
Yes
Yes
Lactating Women
No
No
Best Time to Eat
As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
As a snack in the late afternoon, Eat the fresh ones, avoid mixing with any other foods, don't eat after meal., Morning time (before lunch), Strictly avoid empty stomach
Nutrition
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Carbs
13.34 g
35
8.41 g
99+
Fiber
1.80 g
28
1.10 g
35
Sugar
10.58 g
19
7.31 g
99+
Protein
0.81 g
36
0.69 g
99+
Protein to Carb Ratio
0.06
21
0.08
18
Vitamins
Vitamin A (Retinol)
34.00 mcg
15
2.00 mcg
33
Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)
0.06 mg
16
0.04 mg
27
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
0.04 mg
26
0.02 mg
38
Vitamin B3 (Niacin)
0.38 mg
38
0.27 mg
99+
Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
0.22 mg
28
0.28 mg
16
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxin)
0.08 mg
21
0.04 mg
99+
Vitamin B9 (Folic acid)
16.00 mcg
19
10.00 mcg
25
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
26.70 mg
34
33.30 mg
25
Vitamin E (Tocopherole)
0.20 mg
29
0.13 mg
34
Vitamin K (Phyllochinone)
0.00 mcg
36
0.00 mcg
36
Lycopene
0.00 mcg
9
0.00 mcg
9
Lutein+Zeaxanthin
138.00 mcg
6
10.00 mcg
31
Choline
10.20 mg
6
7.70 mg
12
Fat
0.31 g
27
0.10 g
99+
Minerals
Potassium
166.00 mg
99+
148.00 mg
99+
Iron
0.15 mg
99+
0.06 mg
99+
Sodium
0.00 mg
21
0.00 mg
21
Calcium
37.00 mg
10
12.00 mg
29
Magnesium
12.00 mg
23
9.00 mg
26
Zinc
0.07 mg
26
0.07 mg
26
Phosphorus
20.00 mg
25
8.00 mg
40
Manganese
0.04 mg
99+
0.01 mg
99+
Copper
0.04 mg
99+
0.05 mg
99+
Selenium
0.10 mcg
16
1.40 mcg
5
Fatty Acids
Omega 3s
18.00 mg
26
5.00 mg
33
Omega 6s
48.00 mg
34
19.00 mg
99+
Sterol
Water Content
85.17 g
37
90.48 g
10
Ash
0.38 g
34
0.33 g
36
Calories
Serving Size
100 g
100 g
Calories in Fresh Fruit with Peel
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Fresh Fruit without Peel
53.00 kcal
13
33.00 kcal
21
Calories in Frozen Form
Not Available
Not Available
Calories in Dried Form
340.00 kcal
12
117.93 kcal
38
Calories in Canned Form
61.00 kcal
18
37.00 kcal
23
Calories in Foods
Calories in Juice
43.00 kcal
34
39.00 kcal
36
Calories in Jam
50.00 kcal
38
256.00 kcal
15
Calories in Pie
370.00 kcal
8
376.00 kcal
6
Characteristics
Type
Citrus
Citrus, Tree fruit
Season
Winter
All seasons
Varieties
Clementine, Dancy, King Mandarin, Murcott, Ponkan, Robinson, Satsuma and Sunburst
Duncan, Marsh and Oro Blanco
Seedless Variety
No
No
Color
Orange
White
Inside Color
Orange
Creamy Yellow
Shape
Round
Round
Texture
Succulent
Succulent
Taste
Sweet-Sour
Tart
Origin
South-Eastern Asia
Barbados
Grows on
Not Available
Trees
Cultivation
Soil Type
Well-drained
Loam, Well-drained
Soil pH
6-7.5
6-8
Climatic Conditions
Sunny
Humid, Warm
Facts
Facts about
- It is known by another name ' Mandarin'.
- Oil extracted from its peel is used in various skin and hair care products.
- Tangerines is also known as the ‘Christmas Orange’ because it is used to stuff kids' stockings..
- February is known as National Grapefruit Month.
- It is called as state fruit of texas.
- No mechanical devices are used while picking grapefruits, they are always handpicked.
In Alcoholic Beverages
Wine
Not Available
Yes
Beer
Not Available
Yes
Spirits
Not Available
Yes
Cocktails
Not Available
Yes
Production
Top Producer
China
China
Other Countries
Brazil, Iran, Italy, Japan, Korea, Morocco, Spain, Turkey
Argentina, India, Israel, Mexico, South Africa, Sudan, Thailand, Turkey, United States of America
Top Importer
China
Europe
Top Exporter
Spain
United States of America
Scientific Name
Botanical Name
Citrus reticulata
Citrus paradisi
Synonym
Citrus clementina or Citrus nobilis
Not Available
Classification
Domain
Eukarya
Eukarya
Kingdom
Plantae
Plantae
Subkingdom
Tracheobionta
Tracheobionta
Division
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Subclass
Rosidae
Rosidae
Order
Sapindales
Sapindales
Family
Rutaceae
Rutaceae
Genus
Citrus
Citrus
Species
C. reticulata
C. × paradisi
Generic Group
Citrus fruit
Citrus fruit
Difference Between Tangerine and White Grapefruit
We might think that Tangerine and White Grapefruit are similar with respect to nutritional value and health benefits. But the nutrient content of both fruits is different. Tangerine and White Grapefruit Facts such as their taste, shape, color, and size are also distinct. The difference between Tangerine and White Grapefruit is explained here.
The amount of calories in 100 gm of fresh Tangerine and White Grapefruit with peel is Not Available and Not Available and the amount of calories without peel is 53.00 kcal and 33.00 kcal respectively. Thus, Tangerine and White Grapefruit belong to Low Calorie Fruits and Low Calorie Fruits category.These fruits might or might not differ with respect to their scientific classification. The order of Tangerine and White Grapefruit is Sapindales and Sapindales respectively. Tangerine belongs to Rutaceae family and White Grapefruit belongs to Rutaceae family. Tangerine belongs to Citrus genus of C. reticulata species and White Grapefruit belongs to Citrus genus of C. × paradisi species. Beings plants, both fruits belong to Plantae Kingdom.
