Prepare yourself for some shocking information if you are one of those people who throw away lemon peels after extracting the juice. You have been denying yourself the health benefits of lemon peels. Yes! Nutritionally speaking, lemon peels are more powerful than lemons. Lemon is a common component in our kitchens and refrigerators because of its many uses and health advantages. Without a hint of lemon, a platter of freshly cut salad and that cool glass of lemonade are all but insufficient. It is a nutritional powerhouse that enhances the flavor. They include a lot of fiber, AHAs, vitamin C, pectin, calcium, potassium, and flavonoids like d-limonene.
Lemon juice has a far lower nutritional value than lemon peel. Vitamin A, vitamin C, D-limonene, beta-carotene, citric acid, malic acid, hesperidin, and minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium are all abundant in lemon peel. D-limonene, a naturally occurring flavonoid antioxidant that gives lemons their distinctive aroma and is mostly present in the peel of lemons, provides lemons with their flavor. The potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory characteristics of D-limonene allow it to effectively scavenge free radicals, reduce oxidative damage and inflammation, boost immunity and resistance, and reduce the chance of contracting a number of diseases.
Lemon peel also contains a lot of vitamin C, which helps to boost the immune system by promoting the production of antibodies and white blood cells. Additionally, it has a lot of antioxidants, which aid in cleansing. These components are beneficial to the skin since they delay the appearance of wrinkles, lessen blemishes, and slow down the aging process. Lemon peels may aid in weight loss, improve bone, skin, and heart health, as well as oral hygiene and the immune system, according to studies. Additionally, they can be quite useful as deodorizers, natural insect repellents, and home cleaners.
Lemon peel aids in regulating our body's cholesterol levels because it contains polyphenol flavonoids or polyphenols. Lemon peels' potassium content aids in blood pressure maintenance. In addition to all of this, lemon peels reduce cholesterol levels, which lowers the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
Don't just squeeze lemons and toss the peel when life throws you lemons! For the benefit of your health, make the most of the lemon peel as well.
PDO Kimberly M. Tanador, RND
References:
12 Effective Foods To Improve Blood Circulation In The Body
https://www.stylecraze.com/articles/effective-home-remedies-for-improving-blood-circulation/
Isolation and extraction of antimicrobial substances against oral bacteria from lemon peel
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3551112/
In Vitro Studies on Phytochemical Content, Antioxidant, Anticancer, Immunomodulatory, and Antigenotoxic Activities of Lemon, Grapefruit, and Mandarin Citrus Peels
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27510009/
Lemon Peel: Benefits And Uses For Skin, Hair, And Home
https://www.stylecraze.com/articles/amazing-benefits-of-lemon-peels/
