Cara Cara Navel Orange

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Is Cara Cara Navel Orange healthy?

Cara Cara Navel Orange scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. Cara Cara Navel Oranges are a whole food with minimal processing, primarily consisting of the fruit itself.

How processed is Cara Cara Navel Orange?

Cara Cara Navel Orange is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Cara Cara Navel Orange's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Oranges counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Cara Cara Navel Orange

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95 Excellent

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Wegmans
Category Fruits
Summary

Cara Cara Navel Oranges are a whole food with minimal processing, primarily consisting of the fruit itself. They are rich in vitamin C and dietary fiber, providing essential nutrients and antioxidants. The use of natural lac-resins and vegetable wax to maintain freshness is a minor processing step that does not significantly detract from their health benefits.

Key ingredients 2

Oranges
Very Good

Oranges are a whole food rich in vitamin C and dietary fiber, contributing to overall health. They are minimally processed and provide essential nutrients and antioxidants. The natural sugars in oranges are balanced by fiber, making them a healthy choice.

Benefits

Rich in vitamin C, which supports immune function and skin health. Contains dietary fiber that aids digestion and helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels.

Food-grade natural lac-resins and/or vegetable wax
Neutral

These coatings are used to maintain freshness and extend shelf life by reducing moisture loss. They are considered safe for consumption and are commonly used on fruits. The coatings do not significantly alter the nutritional profile of the fruit.

Benefits

Helps maintain the freshness and appearance of the fruit during storage and transport.

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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