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10 Fruit Peels That Are Healthy To Eat

Whenever we eat a fruit, the first thing most of us do is throw out the peel. Experts state that by doing so you are discarding most of the fruit's nutrients down the drain!

Fruit peels are highly nutritional for your well being. By consuming these peels you are adding more vitamins and proteins to your diet.

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Fruits like apple, cucumber and orange must be consumed for better heart health, prevention of diseases and most of all to keep your immunity strong.

In some fruits the skin will be tough and difficult to digest, so it is advisable to either grind the peel or smash it into pulp along with the fruit.

Nevertheless, take a look at these 10 fruit peels you should consume for better health.

Orange

Orange

Orange peel is highly nutritious. Eating the peel will help you to stay away from heart diseases. It also improves oral health, relieve respiratory problems, prevent constipation and heartburn.

Pomegranate

Pomegranate

The thick skin of this red juicy fruit helps to prevent you from getting a sore throat. It is also good in treating gum problems due to the presence of iron.

Banana

Banana

A banana peel is highly recommended for you to consume. In fact it has more fibre than the fruit itself. Banana peels have amino acids called tryptophan which is highly concentrated than the insides. The peel should be eaten to treat eye infections.

Watermelon

Watermelon

Did you know watermelon aids in rapid weight loss. The peel is difficult to consume, but if you bite into it like a piece of cucumber it will be comfortable to consume.

Cucumber

Cucumber

Cucumber peel is rich in vitamin A & K. These two vitamins are good for you to add to your daily diet as it helps in weight loss, aids in proper vision and improves bone health.

Apple

Apple

Did you know the main nutrients in the apple are present in the peel itself. It is rich in flavonoids, a chemical which helps to boost the immune system and prevents cancer too.

Lemon

Lemon

The peel of a lemon is so powerful that it can boost your immunity in no time. The peel also contain salvestrol Q40 and limonene, cancer-fighting compounds and antioxidants that eliminate toxins and relieve stress.

Kiwi

Kiwi

Don't forget to eat the peel of a kiwi! It contains more flavonoids, antioxidants and vitamin C that the fleshy part itself.

Mango

Mango

The peel of a mango is so powerful that it has the ability to fight off diabetes, cancer and even heart diseases. The peel of this fruit is rich in carotenoids, polyphenols, omega-3, omega-6 and polyunsaturated fatty acids.

Pineapple

Pineapple

Pineapple is one fruit which is rich in bromelain. This chemical is largely present in the core and the peel which helps to deal with sinus and inflammations too.


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