Orange Nutrition: Blood Oranges, Calories & Weight Loss

Oranges are excellent for weight loss and immunity, with varieties like Blood and Cara Cara offering unique antioxidant profiles. Learn the nutritional differences between oranges and tangerines and how to make pectin from citrus peels.

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How Many Calories Do Oranges Have?

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Linda Hinkle

Oranges are relatively low in calories and an excellent source of various vitamins and nutrients, especially vitamin C. Orange juice provides more vitamin C than the whole fruit, but contains less dietary fiber.