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Native Forest Organic Mandarin  Oranges
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Native Forest Organic Mandarin Oranges

Native Forest
10.70 oz
Available at Foodtown
50
Calories
1g
Protein
12g
Sugars
5mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
7
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Native Forest Organic Mandarin Oranges arrive as a small, pantry-friendly can that reads like a simple snack solution for conscious shoppers. You’d find it in the canned fruit aisle or the natural/organic section of a supermarket, shelved near other canned fruits, fruit cups, and compotes. The packaging highlights USDA Organic certification, “unsweetened” juice packing, and a family-owned brand story — cues aimed at parents, health-minded eaters, and shoppers who prefer organic labels. The copy leans on pastoral imagery (“island orchards,” “hand-picked,” “pristine”) to suggest purity and environmental care. Sensory-first shoppers can expect plump, peeled mandarin segments suspended in unsweetened mandarin juice: tender and juicy but slightly softened from heat processing, with a clean citrus aroma and a bright, naturally sweet flavor. The can is typical metal packaging (easy to store in a pantry); ritual use often involves opening and draining into a bowl for breakfast bowls, topping yogurt, packing into lunchboxes, folding into fruit salads, or using as a quick garnish for desserts and brunches. It’s positioned culturally as a convenient yet wholesome compromise — organic quality without the perishability of fresh fruit — and will appeal to eco-conscious families and busy cooks who value certified organic claims and minimal ingredient lists. Processing is present but straightforward: fruit is peeled, packed in juice and heat-processed for shelf stability. Overall, the product reads as a practical, trusted pantry staple for anyone who wants fruit that’s ready-to-eat with an organic label and simple ingredients.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 2
Calories50
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium5mg0%
Total Carbohydrate13g5%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars12g
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Organic, Mandarin, Oranges,, Organic, Mandarin, Orange, Juice..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Contains only whole fruit and fruit juice but has been industrially peeled, packed and heat-processed in a can for shelf stability, placing it in the processed foods NOVA category.

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Common Questions about Native Forest Organic Mandarin Oranges

When it comes to health, these mandarin oranges are a pretty solid choice! They’re organic, minimally processed, and pack a decent punch of flavor with just 50 calories per serving. Of course, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people—if you're looking for a nutrient powerhouse, these are more of a sweet treat than a superfood.

Perfect For

back-to-school
weekend-brunch
storm-prep

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