All we eat in bulk over the summer are fruits, but what you probably do not know or ignore are the benefits that come from their skin.
Most of us have a laid back attitude when it comes to painting a picture about ourselves. Fruit skins are not only edible, but packed with good nutrients for health.
The skin may contain 3-4 times more fiber than the fruit inside. Fiber is important for the body, as it removes toxins. The skin also contains antioxidants and vitamins and is low in calories, fats and sugars.
For some fruits like oranges, the skin contains much more vitamin C than juice. The skin of fresh oranges contains vitamins A, B and minerals such as zinc, calcium, selenium and manganese. How to consume them? Add to the salad or a little peel the mixture of a fruit juice.
Banana peel increases serotonin levels, which improves your mood. It is a good source of potassium and keeps fiber soluble (lowers bad cholesterol levels) and insoluble (keeps the gastrointestinal tract moving). In some parts of the world it is common to cook banana skins. You add a piece of skin to a squeezed juice or puree and add a few small spoons to the cake recipes.
Watermelon skins are another source of vitamin C, vitamin B6 and citrulline, an amino acid that helps dilate blood vessels, improving blood circulation. Remove the green skin, while the white skin is put in the mixer and squeezed together with the pink part of the watermelon.
Tip: Be careful with washing them and do not forget the seeds! Pineapple seeds are a little strong, but very nutritious and with cleansing effects on the body.
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