Fairchild tangerine is scientifically called as Clementine mandarin x Orlando tangelo .

Fairchild tangerines, botanically classified as Citrus reticulata, are a hybrid variety belonging to the Rutaceae family.
It is a popular variety in the United States, available from October until the middle of January and especially during the winter holidays. The Fairchild tangerine is one of California’s most heavily planted varieties.

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Fairchild tangerines are a small to medium-sized varietal, averaging 5 to 7 centimetres in diameter, and have a round to oblate shape with a flattened top and bottom and broad centre.

The tangerine’s rind is semi-smooth and textured, covered in pitted oil glands giving the surface a pebbled, sometimes leathery feel.

The bright orange flesh is firm, tender, aqueous with a succulent, fine-textured, pulpy consistency.

Fairchild tangerines have relatively low acidity, creating a sweet, subtly tangy flavour.

The tangerines have a rich, bright, refreshing nature, of the sweetest fruits are harvested in their late season, ripening on the tree for maximum flavour.

Per 100 g (3.5 oz)

• Energy: 223 kJ (53 kcal)

• Carbohydrates: 13.34 g

• Sugars: 10.58 g

• Dietary fibre: 1.8 g

• Fat: 0.31 g

• Protein: 0.81 g

• Vitamin A equiv: 34 μg

• beta-Carotene: 155μg

• Thiamine (B1): 0.058 mg

• Riboflavin (B2): 0.036 mg

• Niacin (B3): 0.376 mg

• Pantothenic acid (B5): 0.216 mg

• Vitamin B6: 0.078 mg

• Folate (B9): 16 μg

• Choline: 10.2 mg

• Vitamin C: 26.7 mg

• Vitamin E: 0.2 mg

• Calcium: 37 mg

• Iron: 0.15 mg

• Magnesium: 12 mg

• Manganese: 0.039 mg

• Phosphorus: 20 mg

• Potassium: 166 mg

• Sodium: 2 mg

• Zinc: 0.07 mg

• Water: 85.2 g

Health Facts On Fairchild Tangerine

Nourishes Skin: Fairchild tangerine holds Vitamin D , vitamins C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K which are good for skin and these water-soluble vitamins help to remain youthful as it improves skin elasticity and reduces wrinkles.

Smooth & Shiny Hair: Fairchild tangerine is rich in Vitamin E that increase capillary circulation in the scalp and increase hair growth. Vitamin A present in Fairchild tangerines also supports the skin glands to make an oily substance called sebum, which moisturizes the scalp and maintain hair health.

Strengthens Teeth & Gums: Fairchild tangerines fruit contains Vitamin C which is also vital in collagen production. This collagen protein comprises of all the connective tissues which include the gums and helps them to remain tight to the teeth and the jawbone.

Sharpens Vision: The Fairchild tangerine is abundance in B-complex vitamins such as B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, choline, biotin, folic acid. They help to decrease vascular problems in the retina of the eyes and aid in producing protective pigment melanin in the eyes and also enhance night vision.

Fortifies Bone Health: Fairchild tangerine rich in Vitamin A ,Vitamin K is important to normal bone growth and development. It helps attract calcium to the bone.  These Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is important in building strong, healthy bones.

Boosts Immunity: Fairchild tangerines contains powerful antioxidant, it can fight free radicals, which may prevent or delay certain cancers, heart disease and aging. Vitamin C present in Fairchild tangerines can also help prevent and treat respiratory infections and help shorten the duration of cold infection.

Improves Muscle Growth: Fairchild tangerine provide Vitamin B6, folate and Vitamin B12 which are important B vitamins when it comes to muscle growth and recovery. Vitamin B6  also help in increasing muscle mass and providing structural strength.

Prevent Diabetics: Fairchild tangerines enhance like a amazing antioxidant that helps to protect against type 2 diabetes and prevent the build-up of fat in the liver by encouraging the body to burn fat .

Promotes Heart Health: Fairchild tangerine in Vitamin B generally refers to a group of riboflavin , niacin, pyridoxine, vitamin B6 that are in charge of keeping the immune system strong, aiding in the production of white blood cells and T- cells and helping transport oxygen throughout the body.

Fights Cancer: Fairchild tangerines contains lots of minerals and vitamins that provide supplements for cancer prevention and treatment. Vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E and beta-carotene in tangerines contain antioxidants to help in preventing cancer.

Supports Digestion: Fairchild tangerins contains Potassium mineral that check whether our cells, nerves, muscles need to function properly. It also helps with digestion and repair the cells that line your intestinal tract.