Our orange peel is sourced from our local farmers and vendors. We selectively hand pick, organically clean, then allow the peel to naturally sun dry. It
Uses:
Orange peel is widely used in a variety of industries due to its strong citrusy scent, and its healing properties. It is used in teas, candies, and as a spice. It is also used as a cleaning agent, as a natural polish, and in making candles. It is also added in some cosmetics and used in traditional medicine.
Lowers Blood Pressure
Orange rinds can be used to lower blood pressure. They have been a part of Chinese herbal medicines for thousands of years for this purpose.
Suppresses Depression and Anxiety
Orange oil can be used to naturally relieve anxiety and depression by taking a bath or rubbing just a bit on the temple and forehead area.
Improves Heart Health
Orange peel contains a compound called nobiletin, which has been found to lower a person’s risk of inflammation and heart disease.
Lowers Bad Cholesterol
The nobiletin present in orange peel also exerts a positive influence on your health by lowering levels of LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) in the body.
Aids in Weight Loss
Since orange peel is low in calories and high in fiber, it is very useful in preventing you from exceeding your recommended daily calorie intake. It also forms adipose tissue, which helps to prevent obesity.
Eases Respiratory Issues
Consuming orange peel results in your lungs being cleansed, since it helps to break down and expel any trapped phlegm.
Protects from Cancer
Research shows that eating orange peel can protect you from a number of different cancers including breast cancer, skin cancer, and colorectal cancer.
Prevents Digestive Issues
The non-soluble polysaccharides found in orange peel help prevent constipation, heartburn, nausea, and excess acid forming from in the stomach.
Improves Oral Health
Rub an orange peel against the inside of your mouth and teeth to freshen up your breath, whiten your teeth, and even reduce their sensitivity.
Body Scrub
Wrap up some orange peels in gauze pads and rub them on your skin while you are in the shower. The scrub will brighten your skin and give it a great smell.
Bath Oil
Extract the oil from the orange peels by grinding up the peels and fermenting them with vodka or alcohol for about 3 days. Strain the oil and add a few drops to your bath. Orange oil is known for its anti-inflammatory properties as well as its ability to improve skin tone and texture.
Bath Powder
You can also add orange peels to your bath in powder form instead. Simply dry out the orange peels completely and then grind them down to powder in the food processor, then sprinkle only a bit in your bath.
Glowing Skin Application
To get skin that is glowing and healthy-looking, simply crush some orange peel powder, dried neem leaves, pomegranate peel and lemon juice, and mix it all together. When the concoction has set, simply rub it into your skin, and sit back and admire the results.
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