Instead of throwing away lemon and orange peels, do this

Orange peel is rich in antioxidants. (Pic source: Pixabay)

Agreeing, Dr Jinal Patel, Dietitian, Apollo Spectra Hospital, Mumbai, said, “Orange peels are abundant in flavonoids, such as poly methoxy flavones (PMFs) and hesperidin, as well as other phytochemicals that are helpful to your health. Flavonoids are antioxidant chemicals that aid in the prevention of chronic illnesses such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. It also has greater levels of nutrients”.

Benefit of orange peel

The advantages of orange peel stem from its excellent nutritional profile, said Dr Patel, adding that “It is high in dietary fibre, minerals, and vitamins A, B, and C. These nutrients aid in the health of the lungs, heart, eyes, and intestines. It may also benefit skin health due to its high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory content”.

Benefits of lemon peel

Lemon rinds are abundant in vitamin C as well as other vital elements. Dr Patel shared, “One tablespoon of lemon zest supplies 9 percent of your daily vitamin C requirement, and lemon peel is also strong in fibre. Although lemon peel is typically discarded, research has shown that it has various health advantages. Its fibre, vitamin, and antioxidant content may benefit dental, immunological, and cardiovascular health. It may also have antitumor properties”.

Lemon rinds are abundant in vitamin C as well as other vital elements. (Pic source: Pixabay)

How to use lemon and orange peels?

It is super simple to use lemon and orange peels. Carleigh Bodrug, a social media influencer who focuses on plant-based and scrappy low waste recipes shared: “After you’ve peeled your lemons, store in the freezer. When you’re ready, dehydrate them either in the sun, or on the lowest setting of your oven until they are hard to the touch. Blend them up and you have lemon peel powder (similar to lemon zest).”

 

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The same recipe applies for preparing orange peel powder. “I love to sprinkle it on top of vegan ice cream, smoothies or even add a citrus kick to stir-fries,” Bodrug wrote on Instagram.

Try preparing lemon and orange peel powder yourself and get all the nutrients packed in the skin of these fruits!

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