Mandarin (Citrus reticulata Blanco, 1837) is the fruit of a tree that is very common in temperate countries and comes from China.
It belongs to the family of Rutaceae.
Common species:
- Citrus reticulata Mandarin orange
- Citrus clementina Hort. ex Tan.
- Citrus reticulata King
- Citrus reticulata Cleopatra
- Citrus reticulata Satsuma
- Citrus reticulata Dahongpao
Contains flavonoids, anthocyanins, isoflavones and polyphenols.
Beta-cryptoxanthin, a carotenoid found in large quantities in mandarin orange, thanks to its antioxidant action, can improve the activity of a marker of the activity of the sympathetic nervous system producing a clear anti-stress effect (1).
Beta-cryptoxanthin, after ingestion, is distributed and accumulated in the liver, lungs and kidneys. This carotenoid has a protective function for the kidneys (2).
