The orange is the fruit of various citrus species in the family Rutaceae; it primarily refers to Citrus × sinensis, which is also called sweet orange, to distinguish it from the related Citrus × aurantium, referred to as bitter orange.
Are mandarin oranges a good source of potassium?
Mandarin oranges contain potassium as well. Potassium lowers blood pressure by helping the body get rid of excess sodium (salt) and by easing tension in the walls of blood vessels. Along with potassium, mandarin oranges contain calcium and magnesium.
What fruit is high in potassium?
Many fresh fruits and vegetables are rich in potassium:
- Bananas, oranges, cantaloupe, honeydew, apricots, grapefruit (some dried fruits, such as prunes, raisins, and dates, are also high in potassium)
- Cooked spinach.
- Cooked broccoli.
- Potatoes.
- Sweet potatoes.
- Mushrooms.
- Peas.
- Cucumbers.
