Clementine is a type of mandarin orange from citrus fruits family. A medium clementineweighs 7about 5 grams, and it provides 9 grams of carbohydrates and 1.2 grams of fiber. The yellow coloration of the fruit is due to the pigment xanthophylls.

Average calories:36 per one fruit.

Vitamins found in higher amounts: vitamins C, B1, B6, and B9.

Minerals found in higher amounts: potassium, calcium, and magnesium.

Phytonutrients found in higher amounts and their health benefits: carotenoids are the only phytonutrients in clementine. Carotenoids are xanthophylls and include lutein, zeaxanthin, astaxanthin, neoxanthin, violaxanthin and beta-cryptoxanthin. Carotenoids have antioxidant activities and reduce risk of lung cancer. They also protect from age-related eye diseases.