Orange Juice

Orange Juice is a popular citrus beverage made by extracting the liquid from fresh oranges. It's a staple breakfast drink worldwide, often enjoyed chilled and sometimes fortified with calcium or vitamin D. Originating from citrus-growing regions like the Mediterranean and Florida, it's now a global commodity.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Orange juice is naturally high in carbohydrates, primarily from fruit sugars, and is virtually fat-free and low in protein. It's an excellent source of vitamin C and provides potassium and folate; a typical 8-ounce (240ml) serving contains about 110-120 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	112 kcal
Protein	1.7 g
Carbs	25.8 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	20.8 g
Sodium	2 mg
Vitamin C	124 mg
Folate	74 mcg
Potassium	496 mg
Vitamin A	297 IU
Thiamin (B1)	0.2 mg
Magnesium	27 mg
Calcium	27 mg
Phosphorus	43 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, orange juice is a symbol of morning freshness and health in many Western diets. Nutritionally, it's unique because its high vitamin C content can enhance the absorption of iron from other foods consumed in the same meal.