Researchers in Nigeria have consolidated and taken a closer look at previous studies on Orange peels, specifically on their chemical composition and health benefits. The results were published in Human Nutrition & Metabolismin December 2024.
The orange peel is full of nutrients
When tasting an orange, the peel is usually discarded. However, the study claims that it is full of nutrients. Indeed, orange peel is rich in dietary fiber and antioxidants, particularly polyphenols. Fiber is known to regulate blood sugar and improve digestion, and antioxidants are known to fight free radicals that can damage cells, as well as tissues. Orange peel also contains a lot of pectin, a soluble fiber that has many health benefits, such as regulating the gastrointestinal tract and preventing possible allergies or inflammatory diseases. In addition, orange peels have a positive effect on intestinal health in several ways: . “Polyphenols modify the gut microbiome by promoting the growth of beneficial organisms and inhibiting the growth of pathogenic organisms”underlines the study. . “Orange peels would be good prebiotics because they are rich in fiber which also helps maintain (…)
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