Lemons not only taste delicious but also work wonder for your health, skin and hair.
But if you are in the practice of throwing away lemon peel after squeezing the juice out of it, think again. Did you know lemon peel contains 5 to 10 times more vitamins than lemon itself?
Lemon peel contains a list of vitamin, mineral and fibre like calcium, potassium and Vitamin C, which gives your body a nutritional boost.
Lemon peels also have some healthy enzymes, which help us to live a healthier life. So, by throwing away the lemon peel, you are doing a great disservice to your body.
Below are some of the most important benefits of lemon peels and the ways in which you can include them in your diet.
1, Cancer prevention
2. Bone health
Lemon peel contain high amounts of Vitamin C and calcium and thus helps in improving and maintaining bone health. It also helps in preventing bone related diseases like inflammatory polyarthritis, osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis.
3. Oral health
4. Weight loss
5. Treats oxidative stress
6. Reduces cholesterol and prevents heart related condition
7. Fights skin related problems
8. Boosts immunity and digestion
9. Strengthens the blood vessel
Nutrients in 1 serving (6 grams) of lemon peel:
How to consume lemon peel:
2. Grated lemon can also be added to the tea.
3. Dry the lemon peel in a oven at 200-degree temperature. Add whole pepper corn and coarse sea salt and grind this mixture. The seasoning for your dinner is ready.
Prevents fruits from turning brown
Add lemon peel to water and put the cut fruits in it. You can keep this in the fridge as long as needed. This water will prevent the browning of fruits.