Don't Throw Away Your Orange Peels!

The peels of oranges hold some of the most incredible NUTRIENTS in the world. There are dozens of uses, both medicinal and practical, for orange peels that are unknown to most. Next time you think about throwing away one of these peels, you may want to have this information handy.

ORANGE PEELS

Always try and minimize your pesticide levels by selecting organic oranges, but since they’re very low in the pesticides, it’s not essential and a good cleaning with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of white vinegar in 1 cup of water will remove almost any pesticide remaining within the outer peel.

Orange peel and apple skin are similar since most of the NUTRIENTS and benefits are in the skin of this fruit. One medium orange contains over 60 flavonoids and 170 different phytonutrients. They are good for your skin, your system and your home too.

Medicinal Properties of Orange Peels

As per Ayurveda, orange peel is bitter and it improves digestion and removes sluggishness in the abdomen. It helps to remove gas, heartburn, vomiting and acidic eructation. It WORKS WELL in perking up appetite and relieving nausea.

Due to its pacifying properties, orange peel powder helps dissolving phlegm in respiratory systems and alleviate cough, asthma etc.

Beneficiary aspects of orange peels come from its essential oils, which have anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties. Essential oil d-limonene has ability to defuse STOMACH ACIDS and maintain normal intestinal movements. It also promotes normal liver function.

Studies have shown that orange peel can dissolve cholesterol and triglyceride. That means consumption of orange peel can benefit obese persons who have high CHOLESTEROL LEVELS. It has a flavonoid known as hesperidine, which is said to be effective against colon cancer and osteoporosis.

Essential oils from orange peels are sedative in nature so can be used to calm nerves and induce sleep. Use orange peels in baths or simmer in a pot for uplifting your mood and drive away INSOMNIA.

Beauty Properties of Orange Peels

Oily skin responds well to APPLICATION of orange peels. It balances the skin oils and makes skin smooth and soft.

Dried orange peel beads exfoliate and remove dead cells and blackheads gently and naturally, bringing a glow to the skin.

Orange peels help in removing dark spots and blemishes.

Due to its cleansing, anti inflammatory, anti bacterial and anti-fungal properties, it WORKS WELL against pus filled pimples and acne.

To remove damp or musky odor from house and fill it with beautiful fragrance, it can be boiled in water with clove or cinnamon.

Orange peels help in removing dark spots and blemishes.

Due to its cleansing, anti inflammatory, anti bacterial and anti-fungal properties, it WORKS WELL against pus filled pimples and acne.

To remove damp or musky odor from house and fill it with beautiful fragrance, it can be boiled in water with clove or cinnamon.

Orange Peels in Cooking

In cooking, orange zest enhances the taste and flavor of many dishes.

Dried orange peels can absorb humidity from brown sugar.

Sweet candies made with orange peel can tickle your taste buds and improve your appetite and the vitamin c in them would protect you from the onset of many ailment.



Please read my article on The Amazing Benefits of Banana Peels:
http://healthyintuitions.blogspot.com/2014/05/the-amazing-benefits-of-banana-peels.html

Intuitively Yours,

Laurel   xxxx