Which Orange Has the Most Vitamin C?
Summary Oranges contain 53 mg of vitamin C per 100 grams. One medium orange delivers 70 mg of vitamin C. Other citrus fruits, such as grapefruit, mandarins and limes, are also good sources of this vitamin.

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Hereof, which oranges have the most vitamin C?

Oranges have the highest amount of vitamin C among citrus fruits. A medium whole orange contains around 70 milligrams of vitamin C. Orange juice is a concentrated source of vitamin C because it removes the rind and most of the pulp, which are not as high in the vitamin.

Secondly, does a potato have more vitamin C than an orange? A single 150g serve of sweet potato contains 90% of your daily vitamin C requirement, with the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) recommends women aim for 45mg a day.

Similarly one may ask, which fruit has the most vitamin C?

Fruits with the highest sources of vitamin C include:

  • Cantaloupe.
  • Citrus fruits and juices, such as orange and grapefruit.
  • Kiwi fruit.
  • Mango.
  • Papaya.
  • Pineapple.
  • Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, and cranberries.
  • Watermelon.

Does guava have more vitamin C than orange?

Guava. Yellow and red fruits are usually credited with having high vitamin content, but guava is a fruit that stands tall as an exception. A single guava fruit, weighing 100 grams, has over 200mg of Vitamin C content (as per the USDA), which is almost twice as high as that in an orange.

Related Question Answers

Is it OK to eat 2 oranges a day?

Health risks
Oranges are great for you, but you should enjoy them in moderation, Flores said. "Eating too many oranges has some uncomfortable side effects," she said. "When [oranges are] eaten in excess, the greater fiber content can affect digestion, causing abdominal cramps, and could also lead to diarrhea."

Which form of vitamin C is best?

Calcium ascorbate is a popular form of buffered vitamin C and is said to be well absorbed and gentle on the stomach. Bioflavonoids are plant compounds that function as antioxidants. Some research suggests bioflavonoids increase the bioavailability of ascorbic acid.
James H. Sterling

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