BENEFITS OF FRUIT PEELS

Did you know that the Fruit peelings you trash are as useful as the fruit it self?

Take your time and read through this post and i assure you that you’ll have known their importance.

Here are some nutritional benefits of fruit peels and some amusing ideas on how to use them.

LEMON AND LIMES

Both of these contain citric acid, so their rind is great for polishing brass, copper and other non-ferrous metals
To get rid microwave’s nasty smells, put lemon peel and any remaining lemon juice with some water in an uncovered bowl and boil gently for up to ten minutes.
Use peels to clean counter tops and sink stains and your kitchen will have a lemony-fresh scent.
Remove tea stains on tablecloths by sprinkling the stain with salt and rubbing the lemon peel across the surface.

ORANGE PEELS
The rind is bursting with powerful antioxidants called super-flavonoids, which can significantly reduce levels of cholesterol. with banana peel can help soothe the itch.
The skin is also good for eyes, as it contains the antioxidant lutein, which protects eye cells from exposure to ultraviolet light — a leading cause of cataracts.

Boil the peel for ten minutes, then drink the cooled water or put it through a juicer and drink the juice. Rub inside of banana peel over your acne at night for improved skin.Banana peels buried around your roses will do wonders for them; promotes healthy looking roses.
Rub the inside of banana peels along your teeth. It will help whiten them .

PAPAYA
Rub papaya skins and pulp on the soles of your feet to soften skin
and soothe cracked heels. Papayas are rich in Vitamin A and papain, which breaks down inactive proteins and removes dead skin cells so the peel can be used as an exfoliating face mask. Rub the skin over your face and leave for five minutes before washing off. Be
careful not to apply for too long, as the powerful juices in the peel can cause dryness.

POTATO
Potatoes are also good for hair — getting rid of those greys the natural way.
Boil potato peels in water for 30 minutes and cool. Use this water as an after-shampoo rinse and it will gradually darken grey hair, without the need for harsh chemicals.

PEARS
Throw away the skin and you are throwing away the best bits. Pear skin isn’t just packed full of fibre, it also contains a higher concentration of vitamins and nutrients than the flesh itself. These include chlorogenic acid, a potent anti-oxidant and the flavonoid phloretin, which has been shown in laboratory tests to inhibit the growth of cancer cells.

AVOCADOS
Avocado oil is also high in sterolins, which can help reduce age spots and repair sun damaged skin. Gently stroke the inside layer of the avocado skin along your face. Leave for 15 to 20 minutes before rinsing off.

APPLES
ursolic acid, the chemical behind the apple skin’s waxy shine, offers
Deodorize garbage cans by
dropping a couple of orange peels in the bottom of the trash bin before inserting the trash bag.
Infuse your liquor, especially vodka, for excellent cocktails.
Set some orange peels around areas where ants are a problem. Works as a great ant repellent.

BANANAS
Use the inside of the peel to shine the leaves on your houseplants. Not only will it make them sparkle, but the skin acts as a natural pesticide and fertiliser.
Polish leather shoes with a banana skin, then rub down with a soft, clean cloth for a professional-looking shine.
Banana skin contains potassium and antioxidants that keep the skin soft and supple and aid a faster recovery. Pop a skin on a bruise and it should heal faster.
If you’ve been bitten by a mosquito, rubbing a wealth of unexpected benefits, from boosting muscle growth to keeping cholesterol and blood sugar under control….

Cucumber
A Cucumber peel is rich in vitamin A. green colored pigment is found, that is called Chlorophyll, which is a stimulant for hair growth. Rather bitter, cucumber with peel can be used in salad or you can make its juice.

Pomegranate Peel

Pomegranate peel is a wonderful homemade scrub. You can add half spoon of dried pomegranate peel powder in any pack and use it as your body scrub. Even dried pomegranate peel can be mixed with lemon or rose water to apply as a face pack. It helps for soothing acne and pimples, and remove black heads and white heads.