Organic Navel Oranges
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What it is
Organic Navel Oranges are a variety of sweet, seedless oranges grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. They are a whole fruit, harvested from orange trees and typically sold fresh.
Why it's used
As a whole fruit, navel oranges are commonly eaten fresh as a snack or used in fruit salads. They can also be juiced or used as an ingredient in baked goods, desserts, and savory dishes for their sweet and slightly tart flavor.
Health notes
Navel oranges are a natural source of Vitamin C, fiber, and other nutrients. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recognizes oranges as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) for consumption. International bodies like the WHO/FAO Joint Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) have evaluated citrus fruits, and no specific concerns have been raised regarding their consumption at typical dietary levels.
Allergen info
Oranges are not one of the nine major allergens identified by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.