Therapeutic Uses

Support Healthy Heart – Orange peels contain hesperidin, a flavonoid that helps maintain blood pressure and cholesterol. The polymethoxylated flavones (PMFs) found in orange peels also help lower cholesterol more effectively than drugs.

Prevent Allergies – Histamines are the chemicals that are responsible for allergic reactions. Orange peels contain compounds that can help prevent histamines release.

Prevent Cancer – Orange peels help slow down growth of cancer cells. In fact, orange peels can reduce the number of squamous cell carcinoma, a fatal type of skin cancer. People who consume orange peels on a regular basis have less chances of being diagnosed with lung cancer and skin cancer than those who only eat the orange inside.

Reduce Weight – Orange peels help increase your metabolism and burn fat from your body. Many medical experts recommend orange peels as a cure to weight loss.

Better Digestion – Orange peels have anti-inflammatory properties that help treat many digestion and gastrointestinal problems such as diarrhea, heartburn and acidity.

Cure Hangover – Orange peel is one of the best things that can help cure a hangover. Just boil the peel for about 15-20 minutes and drink it like tea to get rid of hangover.

Treats Bad Breath – Orange peels can help fight cavities and keep your breath fresh.

Fights Infection, Cold and Flu – Orange peels are rich in vitamin C and A. This make orange peels a natural antioxidant that helps boost your immune system and fight off germs and viruses.

Treats skin problems – Orange peels help cure multiple skin problems such as blackheads, dead cells, acne, pores, dark circles and dry skin. it also helps brighten your skin.

Cures Asthma – Orange peels also help remove phlegm and hence cures asthma.

Medicinal Uses: * Aromatherapy * Cardiovascular * Chinese * Facial Care * Green Home * Herbal Teas * Sleep/Insomnia

Orange Peel Side Effects: Citrus essential oils may cause an increase photosensitivity.

Orange Peel Drug Interactions: None noted