Fruits and vegetable peels that are beneficial for health

Jan4,2024

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A thirst quencher during summers, not many know that watermelon rind has more benefits that the fruit itself. 

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Watermelon

While most of us throw away potato peels, very few know that it is filled with nutrients like iron, calcium, potassium, vitamins and magnesium.

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Potato

These are a rich source of vitamin C and antioxidants. It helps in detoxifying the body and prevent heart diseases.

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Pomegranate

Onion skins are a good source of antioxidants and rich in quercetin, a plant flavonol that can help reduce asthma, chronic infections and diabetes.

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Onion

Apple peel is a storehouse of nutrition. It contains a whole lot of proteins, vitamins and essential minerals.

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Apples

Banana peels are rich in nutrients and carbohydrates. It consists of vitamins B6, B12, magnesium and potassium.

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Banana

The outer skin contains a number of antioxidants and are rich in insoluble fibre, vitamin K and potassium

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Cucumber

The skin of kiwi contains more nutrient than the fruit itself. It consists of a lot of fibre, flavonoids, antioxidants and vitamin C, which are helpful in boosting immunity, heart health and lung health

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Kiwi