1. Lowers high blood pressure and cholesterol
Orange peels, white pulp, and pith are full of hesperidin, a flavonoid that’s been shown to have these benefits. Researchers found that the polymethoxylated flavones (PMFs) in orange peels are more likely to lower cholesterol than many prescription drugs.
2. Anti-allergetic
The peel has something in it that prevents histamine from being released. Histamines are a chemical that causes allergic reactions. Orange peel’s prevention of its release makes them a potentially anti-allergic food that will help that sneezing and runny nose from allergies.
3. Anti-inflammatory
Orange peels have similar properties to the anti-inflammatory drug, indomethacin.
4. Improves oral health
It whitens teeth and reduces sensitivity. The citrus also acts as a natural breath freshener.
5. Helps with weight loss
The peels contain lots of fiber and non-soluble polysaccharides which help food move through your intestines better and digestion to work smoothly.
6. Boosts immune system
The high concentration of Vitamin C and Vitamin A will strengthen your immune system and keep a cold, cough, and flu far far away.
7. Improves digestive system
It is low in calories and a great fiber to put in smoothies or to cut up and eat as a snack.
8. Protects respiratory system
Eating foods that contain beta-cryptoxanthin are proven to lower your chances for lung cancer significantly. Orange peels and oranges are both known to contain a lot of this.
A study published in issue of Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers and Prevention reviewed dietary and lifestyle data collected from over 60,000 adults in Shanghai, China. Those eating the most crytpoxanthin-rich foods showed a 27% reduction in lung cancer risk.
