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Just like the saying goes, an apple a day keeps the doctor away- natural beauty routines are the best. You will never worry about so many chemical products that have dominated the beauty industry today.
It's definitely no secret that apples are a great source of nutrients but did you know most of what makes these fruits such a powerhouse for your health is actually in the peel?
Well, let’s explore some of the benefits of apple peels.
1. Smoothie Fiber
If you want to add more fiber to your diet, add some apple peels to your morning smoothie. The next time you make an apple pie or other meal involving organic apples, don’t toss out the peels; store them in a plastic Ziploc bag in the freezer.
2. Vitamins
Apple peels are packed with vitamins A and C. According to the University of Illinois, nearly half of an apple’s vitamin C content lies beneath its skin. Your body uses vitamin A to protect your vision and develop healthy linings in your eyes and other organs and in important processes such as cell division. Your body uses vitamin C to heal wounds and to build a strong immune system.
3. Antioxidants
According to Cornell University’s Chronicle Online, apple peels are especially rich in powerful phytochemicals like flavonoids and phenolic acids. These compounds work to help keep your cells clear of destructive molecules called free radicals. Free radicals attack and damage your cells and may contribute to the development of a wide range of diseases. Eating a diet rich in foods that contain generous amounts of antioxidants may help to protect you from dangerous health problems like cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.
4. Amazing Apple Aroma
Forget those costly and often cloyingly scented plug-in air fresheners. Simmer a handful of apple peels on the stove to simulate the scent of fresh-baked apple pie. Just place the peels in a saucepan with water and add a cinnamon stick. It’s a good way to rid your house of pet and spicy food odors.
5. Ability to kill dangerous cancer cells
According to Cornell University’s Chronicle Online, university researchers have identified about a dozen compounds in apple peels called triterpenoids. Research suggests that triterpenoids may have the ability to kill dangerous cancer cells and protect your body against certain types of cancer, such as liver, colon and breast cancer.
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