When Freddy Quinn sang, “Oh my darling / Oh my darling / Oh my darling Clementine,” he was talking about a lost love—but we’re just as passionate about the fruit! This little sweet-tart citrus is a highlight of the winter season and a darling of office snack stations everywhere. It’s also just as good for your health as it is for your taste buds, so let’s peel into the many benefits of the Clementine mandarin.
Clementines are a hit with office workers because of their sweet but punchy flavor, juicy texture, and easy-peel skin. They’re also low-calorie and full of healthy vitamins and minerals. Here’s the nutrition you can expect from one 74 g fruit, according to data from the United States Department of Agriculture.
Clementines are good for your body and your brain thanks to their plentiful vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, but these four benefits really set them apart.
A single Clementine delivers 36.1 grams of Vitamin C, which is about 48% of your daily value if you’re a woman and 40% if you’re a man. Vitamin C strengthens your immune system and helps prevent illness. (Plus, if you’re a pirate, it can save you from scurvy. Arrgh, me Clementines!)
The Vitamin C in Clementines can also give your skin health a boost because it’s linked to increased collagen production. Collagen is a protein that helps keep your skin wrinkle-free and thick enough to protect you from injury. It also helps replace dead skin cells and can even improve wound healing to clear up skin imperfections.
Like all fruits, Clementines are brain food! Their antioxidants help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the brain, protecting you from cognitive decline. Eating them can also increase your level of the brain-derived neurotrophic factor protein, which helps you learn. We have another blog post all about the mental health benefits of fruit if you’re curious.
Biting into a Clementine provides antioxidants like Vitamin C, Vitamin E, and selenium, which can help lower your risk of cancer and other diseases by staving off inflammation and cellular damage. The American Institute for Cancer Research even included citrus fruits like Clementines on its list of the top 10 cancer-fighting foods.
Those are just a few of the health benefits of Clementines. They’re truly a fruit-tastic snack!
The FruitGuys works with farmers in California and beyond to source the freshest Clementines and deliver them to folks like you. You can find Clementines in all of our office fruit mixes when they’re in season. To get a custom quote for office fruit delivery—including one of those fruit mixes, bulk Clementines, or both—just fill out this quick form.
1. What’s the difference between a Clementine and a mandarin?
Clementines and mandarins are related. Learn all about their similarities and differences in our “What’s the Difference Between a Clementine and a Mandarin?” blog.
2. Is an Algerian mandarin the same thing as a Clementine?
Algerian mandarins are also known as “Algerian Clementines” or just “Clementines.” Get the details in our “Algerian Mandarin: The Ultimate Guide” blog.
3. How many Clementines should I eat a day?
It’s best to eat a wide variety of fruits as part of a healthy diet, so consider sticking to one serving of Clementines (one or two fruits, depending on their size) and choosing another fruit for your second daily serving.
4. Is a Clementine healthier than an apple?
Clementines and apples are both healthy snacks with a lot of benefits, so which one is “healthier” really depends on your personal goals. If you’re looking to maximize your Vitamin C, choose a Clementine. For the most gut-healthy fiber, go with an apple.
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