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Tangerine juice, raw

Fruits Per 100 g · Per 100g serving
Data sources: 54 AFCD 29 SR Legacy

Tangerine juice, raw is a fruit, providing just 43.0 calories per 100g. It is a good source of Vitamin C, providing 49% of the Daily Value per 100g. This fruit is virtually fat-free. Fruits are naturally rich in vitamins, dietary fiber, and antioxidants. They are an important part of a balanced diet and contribute to daily micronutrient needs. Our database tracks 83 nutrients for this food, plus insulin index, environmental footprint data.

43.0
Calories
kcal
0.50
Protein
g
0.20
Fat
g
8.1
Carbs
g
1.5
Fiber
g

Top Nutrients

☀️
Vitamin C
44.0 mg
49% DV
💪
Carbohydrate
8.1 g
6% DV
☀️
Folate
24.0 µg
6% DV

Data for 83 of 150 tracked nutrients

Nutrient Fingerprint

How this food scores across key nutrient categories, as a percentage of the daily recommended value per 100 g. Based on USDA DRIs for adults.

Complete Nutrient Profile

Macronutrients 10
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Water AFCD86.2g
2%
Calories AFCD43.0kcal
Energy (kJ) SR180kj
Protein SR0.50g
1%
Total Fat AFCD0.20g
Carbohydrate AFCD8.1g
6%
Fiber AFCD1.5g
4%
Total Sugars AFCD8.1g
Starch AFCD0g
Ash AFCD0.30g
Minerals 11
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Calcium AFCD26.0mg
3%
Iron AFCD0.20mg
2%
Magnesium AFCD9.0mg
2%
Phosphorus AFCD20.0mg
3%
Potassium AFCD150mg
4%
Sodium AFCD2.0mg
0%
Zinc AFCD0.10mg
1%
Copper AFCD0.05mg
6%
Manganese AFCD0.03mg
2%
Selenium AFCD0µg
Fluoride AFCD0µg
Vitamins 29
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Vitamin A (RAE) AFCD17.0µg
2%
Vitamin A (IU) SR253IU
Retinol AFCD0µg
Beta-Carotene AFCD90.0µg
Alpha-Carotene AFCD20.0µg
Beta-Cryptoxanthin SR214µg
Lycopene SR0µg
Lutein + Zeaxanthin SR166µg
Vitamin C AFCD44.0mg
49%
Vitamin D SR0µg
Vitamin D (IU) AFCD0IU
Vitamin D2 AFCD0µg
Vitamin D3 AFCD0µg
Vitamin E AFCD0.40mg
3%
Beta-Tocopherol AFCD0mg
Gamma-Tocopherol AFCD0mg
Delta-Tocopherol AFCD0mg
Vitamin K1 SR0µg
Thiamin (B1) AFCD0.07mg
6%
Riboflavin (B2) AFCD0.03mg
2%
Niacin (B3) AFCD0.30mg
2%
Pantothenic Acid (B5) SR0.12mg
2%
Vitamin B6 AFCD0.04mg
3%
Folate AFCD24.0µg
6%
Folic Acid SR0µg
Folate (food) AFCD24.0µg
Folate (DFE) AFCD24.0µg
Vitamin B12 AFCD0µg
Choline SR6.2mg
1%
Fatty Acids 9
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Saturated Fat AFCD0g
Monounsaturated Fat AFCD0g
Polyunsaturated Fat AFCD0g
Trans Fat AFCD0g
Cholesterol AFCD0mg
Omega-3 ALA AFCD0g
Omega-3 EPA AFCD0g
Omega-3 DPA AFCD0g
Omega-3 DHA AFCD0g
Individual Fatty Acids 2
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Capric Acid (10:0) AFCD0g
Linoleic Acid (18:2) AFCD0g
Amino Acids 18
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Tryptophan AFCD0.004g
Threonine SR0.006g
Isoleucine SR0.005g
Leucine SR0.01g
Lysine SR0.007g
Methionine SR0.002g
Cystine SR0.004g
Phenylalanine SR0.006g
Tyrosine SR0.003g
Valine SR0.008g
Arginine SR0.03g
Histidine SR0.002g
Alanine SR0.01g
Aspartic Acid SR0.05g
Glutamic Acid SR0.02g
Glycine SR0.007g
Proline SR0.03g
Serine SR0.009g
Phytochemicals 1
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Oxalic Acid AFCD0mg
Other 3
NutrientPer 100gUnitPer Serving% DV
Caffeine AFCD0mg
Theobromine SR0mg
Alcohol AFCD0g

Nutrient Density Score

The NRF9.3 score measures overall nutritional quality per 100 kcal. It rewards 9 nutrients to encourage (protein, fiber, vitamins A, C, E, calcium, iron, magnesium, potassium) and penalizes 3 to limit (saturated fat, added sugars, sodium). Higher is better; negative scores indicate the food is high in limit nutrients relative to its beneficial content.

145
NRF9.3 Score
Excellent · per 100 kcal
Poor (<0) Moderate Good Excellent (100+)

NRF9.3 index: Fulgoni et al. (2009), J Nutr 139(8). DVs based on FDA 2020 reference values.

Nutrient Interactions in This Food

Nutrients in this food that enhance or compete with each other during absorption.

⚠ Antagonisms — nutrients that compete

Vitamin C vs Copper●●

High-dose vitamin C (>1,500 mg/day) may reduce copper absorption by reducing Cu²⁺ to Cu⁺, though the clinical significance at normal intakes is minimal.

Harris, Am J Clin Nutr, 2003

Amino Acid Profile

Essential amino acid composition compared to the WHO/FAO adult reference pattern. The Amino Acid Score indicates protein quality — 100 means all essential amino acid requirements are met.

27
Amino Acid Score
Low
Histidine
Limiting Amino Acid
18
Amino Acids Tracked

Tip: The limiting amino acid is Histidine. Pair with meat, fish, and dairy for a complete amino acid profile.

All Amino Acids (18)
Amino Acidg / 100gmg / g protein
Tryptophan0.0048.0
Threonine0.00612.0
Isoleucine0.00510.0
Leucine0.0120.0
Lysine0.00714.0
Methionine0.0024.0
Cystine0.0048.0
Phenylalanine0.00612.0
Tyrosine0.0036.0
Valine0.00816.0
Arginine0.0368.0
Histidine0.0024.0
Alanine0.0122.0
Aspartic Acid0.05106.0
Glutamic Acid0.0248.0
Glycine0.00714.0
Proline0.0362.0
Serine0.00918.0

How Cooking Changes Nutrients

Estimated percentage of each nutrient retained after cooking, based on USDA retention factors for the “Fresh Fruits” food category. Values of 100% mean no loss; lower values indicate nutrients lost to heat, water, or oxidation.

Key insights
Vitamin C loses up to 30% when sautéed. Baked retains 80%.
Folate loses up to 50% when sautéed. Baked retains 60%.

Source: USDA Table of Nutrient Retention Factors, Release 6 (2007). Retention values are category-level averages — actual retention depends on cooking time, temperature, and water volume.

USDA Retention Factors

Insulin Response

The Insulin Index (II) measures the actual insulin response to food on a scale where white bread = 100. Unlike the Glycemic Index (which only measures blood sugar), the II captures the full hormonal response — including the effect of protein and fat on insulin secretion. This is why high-protein foods like meat and dairy can have significant insulin scores despite having low or zero GI values.

58
Insulin Index
Moderate Insulin Response
Insulin Index Scale 58
0 Low ≤30 Mod ≤60 High ≤100 120
Macro Model ●● Estimated from macronutrient composition (R²=0.49)

Source: Holt et al. 1997; Bao et al. 2016; Bell 2014

Environmental Impact

Environmental footprint per kilogram of food produced. Data represents the global average for the “Citrus Fruit” category.

0.39
kg CO₂e / kg
Very Low Impact
0.71
m² land / kg
Land Use
83.0
L water / kg
Water Use
3.0
g SO₂e / kg
Acidification
How this compares (GHG emissions)
Potatoes (0.5)Chicken (9.9)Beef (99.5)
Greenhouse Gas Emissions0.39 kg CO₂e / kg
Land Use0.71 m² / kg
Water Use83.0 L / kg
Eutrophication3.1 g PO₄e / kg
Acidification3.0 g SO₂e / kg
⚠️ Important context about this data
  • Global averages: These figures are production-weighted averages from a meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms across 119 countries (Poore & Nemecek, 2018). Actual impact varies enormously by farming method, geography, and supply chain.
  • System boundary: Cradle-to-retail only — does not include consumer transport, home cooking energy, or food waste.
  • Soil carbon not included: This data does not account for soil carbon sequestration. Some argue that well-managed regenerative grazing partially offsets ruminant emissions; however, full lifecycle accounting — including methane, land-use change, and the opportunity cost of using land for grazing vs. reforestation — typically makes the net footprint of ruminant meat higher, not lower. This is especially relevant in temperate grassland regions like Ireland.
  • Not gospel: This data is informational and illustrative. It is useful for understanding relative magnitudes, but should not be treated as precise measurements for any individual product or farm.

Source: Poore & Nemecek (2018), Science 360(6392). Meta-analysis of ~38,700 farms, 119 countries, 46 product categories.

Global Supply: Fruits

Top 10 countries by per capita supply of the “Fruits” food group (kcal/capita/day, 2023). This is food group–level data from FAO Food Balance Sheets, not specific to this individual food.

1.
618
2.
424
3.
422
4.
416
5.
366
6.
352
7.
317
8.
308
9.
293
10.
286

Global Supply Trend (1961–2023)

+38%
1961: 93 kcal2023: 128 kcal

Source: FAO Food Balance Sheets (2023). Supply = production + imports − exports − waste, converted to kcal/capita/day.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Tangerine juice, raw?

Tangerine juice, raw contains 43.0 kcal per 100 grams, making it a low-calorie food. The energy comes from 0.50g of protein (5% of calories), 0.20g of fat (4%), and 8.1g of carbohydrates (75%). Carbohydrates are the primary energy source.

What is Tangerine juice, raw most nutritious for?

The standout nutrient in Tangerine juice, raw is Vitamin C, providing 44.0 mg per 100g (49% of the Daily Value). It is also a notable source of Carbohydrate (6% DV). Our database tracks 83 individual nutrients for this food, allowing detailed comparison across vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and fatty acids.

Is Tangerine juice, raw high in protein?

At 0.50g per 100 grams, Tangerine juice, raw is not a significant source of protein. Pair with protein-rich foods like legumes, meat, fish, or dairy to meet daily protein needs.

How much fiber is in Tangerine juice, raw?

Tangerine juice, raw contains 1.5g of fiber per 100 grams, which is a small amount. To increase fiber intake, consider pairing with high-fiber foods such as legumes, whole grains, or vegetables.

What is the insulin index of Tangerine juice, raw?

Tangerine juice, raw has a moderate insulin response (II: 58) (estimated from macronutrient composition) on the insulin index scale (white bread = 100). This is a typical insulin response for most mixed foods. Note that the insulin index can differ substantially from the glycemic index — dairy products and high-protein foods often have higher insulin responses than their GI would suggest.