Wealth of nutrition: Citrus skins

If you have a source for organic citrus fruits in Goa, India, where we live, please let me know. I would eat citrus skins regularly if I could find an organic source.

The skins of citrus fruits provide a wealth of nutrition, more than the fruit itself or its juice. They are rich in flavonones, antioxidants that fight free radicals. Orange peel is loaded with histamine suppressing substances making it great for people suffering from allergies. These substances reduce irritation all over the body, especially in the lungs. Citrus peels are also beneficial to lower ‘bad’ cholesterol, relief heartburn and indigestion.

The skins of citrus fruits are also packed with vitamins, especially vitamin C and A, and minerals like calcium, manganese and zinc. However, if you don’t use organic citrus fruits, I do not recommend consuming big quantities of citrus rinds.