Mandarins are among the extremely nutritious citrus fruits and contain many healing substances that help strengthen the immune system. The most important are flavonoids and terpenes, as well as vitamin A, folic acid, potassium, calcium, magnesium, copper, iron ...

One mandarin, weighing about 110 grams, contains 32 milligrams of vitamin C, which is half the recommended daily value.

Scientists at the University of Western Ontario have discovered that two mandarins a day prevent obesity, protect against type 2 diabetes, and atherosclerosis. Mandarins have also been proven to prevent heart attack and relieve cardiovascular diseases.

On gloomy autumn mornings, we recommend that you eat a banana and a mandarin for breakfast, and repeat the same for an afternoon snack. This is the best meal full of health and vitamins.