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Nutritional value lost, not safe for consumption
In season: Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Spoiled Tangerine (90 g) has 18 calories. That works out to 20 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.6 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its 45 µg of Vitamin A covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 90 g
18
KCAL / 90G
Carbs
3.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 89% · Protein 5% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 18 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.9 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 45 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 12 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 26 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 180 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 190 g | 38 kcal |
Calculated from 20 calories per 100 g.
A spoiled tangerine may have fuzzy mold, leaking juice, a fermented or sour smell, or soft, sunken patches. The inside may be discolored or mushy, too. A small dry blemish on the peel alone does not necessarily mean the fruit has spoiled.
No, don’t eat a spoiled tangerine. Discard it if it is moldy, leaking, unusually soft, or smells off, and don’t taste it to check. A firm tangerine with a normal smell may still be fine if it has only a minor peel blemish.
Yes, a tangerine can spoil inside even when its peel looks normal. Bruising or damage during handling can let decay develop beneath the skin; when you peel it, discard it if the flesh is mushy, discolored, or has an unpleasant smell.
No. Tangerines are soft, moist fruit, so mold can spread beyond the spot you can see. Cutting away the moldy patch does not reliably remove the affected part; discard the whole tangerine rather than using the remaining flesh.
Eating a spoiled tangerine may cause nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, or diarrhea, though symptoms do not always occur. Seek medical care for severe or persistent symptoms, bloody diarrhea, or signs of dehydration.
It can. Mold spores and moisture from a spoiled tangerine can affect fruit touching it and speed up spoilage. Remove the bad fruit, check the rest for soft spots or mold, and wash and dry the bowl before using it again.
Usually, yes: spoiled tangerines can go into a home compost bin, preferably chopped and covered with dry leaves or other brown material to discourage pests. Don’t put moldy fruit in a bin if its instructions prohibit food scraps, and avoid leaving it exposed.
No, washing tangerines before storage can leave moisture on the peel and encourage mold. Keep them dry and wash them under running water just before peeling or eating; washing does not make a tangerine that has already spoiled safe.
Store tangerines dry, with some airflow, in a cool place; use the refrigerator’s crisper drawer if you want them to keep longer. Remove bruised or moldy fruit promptly, and avoid sealing damp tangerines in a bag.
No. Freezing a spoiled tangerine does not undo mold or decay, and blending it into a smoothie does not make it safe. Freeze only fresh, sound tangerine segments for later use.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
45µg · 5% DV
Vitamin C
4.5mg · 5% DV
Folate
4.5µg · 1% DV
B5
0.05mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Calcium
9mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
4.5mg · 1% DV
Sodium
0.9mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 18 calories in 1 piece (medium) (90 g):
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A Spoiled Tangerine is a tangerine that has deteriorated, often becoming unusually soft, leaky or unpleasant-smelling. Fresh tangerines are usually peeled and eaten in segments as a snack, or added to fruit bowls; the spoiled fruit should not be served or eaten.
Spoilage changes the fruit’s taste and texture and can reduce its nutritional value, but the main concern is that it is not safe to consume. Don’t taste it or try to salvage parts that look sound: discard the whole fruit and wash your hands. For a snack, choose a fresh tangerine with firm skin and no signs of spoilage.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.