The Benefits And Uses Of Lemon Peel

Most of us know the many benefits of a citrus fruit like lemon. But we almost always miss out on half of its benefits. In other words, the shell. Traditionally, many of us are used to using only lemon juice. Whether it is for culinary or medicinal purposes. But what we do not know is that many healing properties are found with lemon peel.  Because it contains 5 to 10 times more vitamins than lemon juice.

What are the benefits of lemon peel?

• There are very important medicinal substances in lemon peel, such as their essential oil, citronella, phellandrene, vitamin C, citric acid, malic acid, formic acid, hesperidin, and pectins, among others.
• Among its properties, it has been found that lemon peel is powerful for eliminating toxins from the body,  and as a result, it has a rejuvenating effect as well.

• It fights abdominal bloating  and also reduces flatulence.
• It helps to cleanse the liver thanks to its detoxifying effects that stimulate the elimination of toxic substances and wastes.
• Improves digestion and prevents problems with constipation.
• Due to its high content of vitamin C and other vitamins, it is a powerful booster for the immune system, which allows it to prevent infections, colds, flu and respiratory problems.
• Improves alkaline blood.
• Helps reduce high blood pressure levels.
• Fights nervousness.
• Antiseptic.
• Eliminates excess oil from the skin, thanks to its firming properties.
• Helps to lighten dark spots on skin and teeth.
• Has a powerful anti-carcinogenic effect that can help break up malignant tumors.

Lemon peel against cancer

Recent studies have found that lemon peel has very powerful substances that can be up to 10 times more effective than chemotherapy in the fight against cancer cells. Its detoxifying effects and much of the nutrients it contains may be the key to its benefits in preventing and fighting some types of cancer.

The study, which was recently published, showed that after more than 20 tests performed since 1970, they discovered that lemon peel extract can destroy malignant cells in up to 12 types of cancer. Some of the types include breast cancer, prostate cancer, colon cancer and pancreatic cancer, among others. The most amazing part of it all is that lemon peel has no side effects on the body, unlike many other drugs for cancer treatment.

Here’s how to put one together for use with your lemon zest

Lemon peel is often used only in desserts and other culinary recipes that require a pinch of this characteristic bitter taste. However, when we think about the many benefits of lemon peel, we can begin to include it in our diet more often by following these tips:

• Wash the lemon well and put it in the freezer for as long as it is necessary for it to freeze completely. When it is frozen, you can grate it and use only the peel, or you can also choose to mix it with the juice. You can sprinkle lemon peel on soups, salads, juices, noodles, sauces, rice, sushi and fish dishes, among others.
• When you want to enjoy a lemonade, you can blend the lemon with the peel and everything to take advantage of 100% of its benefits. The taste will be a little different, but it will still be delicious and very refreshing.

• Use lemon peel to give a special touch to your cocktails with whiskey, wine or vodka.

Lemon peel tea

Lemon peel tea is another excellent option to take advantage of all the benefits of regularly eating a whole lemon. This tea is good for detoxifying the body, eliminating toxins and fighting free radicals that accumulate in the body as a result of pollution, chemical products, cigarette smoke, or a poor diet, among others. It is also antibacterial and antimicrobial and prevents colds due to its high content of vitamin C.

Ingredients

• 1 liter of water
• Peel and juice from 2 lemons
• Honey or stevia

Here’s how to do it

• First, boil the liter of high-temperature water, together with the peel of the two lemons. Let it cook for 15 minutes.
• When the recommended time has elapsed, remove it from the heat and add the juice from the two lemons.
• Finally, you can make it a little sweeter with a little honey or stevia.

You can drink lemon tea cold or hot after every meal except breakfast. It is better to drink it before breakfast (on an empty stomach).