Orange Peel

Almost all the anti-cholesterol compounds in oranges are found in the peels.

These compounds help combat the LDL or ‘bad’ cholesterol in our bodies that form clots and plaque culminating in clogged heart arteries. Therefore, including orange peels to your diet can lower the total cholesterol levels in the body.

Apart from repelling oxygen free radicals that steal oxygen from healthy cells, the chemical compounds in orange peels also help inhibit the growth and division of cancerous cells.

Suffer from chronic heartburn? There’s a natural relief to get rid of severe heartburns- orange peels! Research shows that an active chemical in orange peels helps relieve heartburn. When used over a period of 20 days, you can get an extended relief from heartburns.

Orange peels contain a lot of dietary fiber. Dietary fiber is useful for preventing irritable bowel syndrome including constipation and bloating.

Orange peels are bursting with vitamin C that is a great immune booster. The anti-oxidants in oranges especially vitamin C may help avert numerous respiratory problems such as bronchitis, colds, flu, asthma, and lung cancer.

Long a.go, people treasured orange peels for their natural healing properties. The ingredients extracted from orange peels were used as medicine to cure various digestive disorders including indigestion. The rich dietary fiber helps regulate bowel movement, thereby soothing the digestive system.

Beetroot

Not only is beetroot great for boosting Stamina and making muscles work harder, it also contains potassium, magnesium and iron as well as vitamins A, B6 and C, folic acid, carbohydrates, protein, powerful antioxidants and soluble fibre.

Research has shown that beetroot can help reduce blood pressure as well as its associated risks such as heart attacks and strokes. This is because the high content of nitrates in beetroot produce a gas called nitric oxide in the blood which widens blood vessels and lowers blood pressure.

Powerful antioxidant properties Betacyanin, the pigment that gives beetroot its colour, is also an antioxidant. Antioxidants are believed to help reduce the oxidation of LDL cholesterol, in turn protecting artery walls and reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Beetroot contains folic acid which is essential for normal tissue growth. Beetroot also contains iron so is a fab pick-me-up if your suffering from fatigue.

Reduces risk of osteoporosis Beetroot contains the mineral silica. This helps the body to utilise calcium, which is important for musculo-skeletal health and reducing the risk of osteoporosis.

Lowers cholesterol Beetroot contains soluble fibre, which has also been shown to have cholesterol lowering capabilities. It also contains carotenoids and flavonoids, which help prevent LDL or ‘bad’ cholesterol from being oxidised and deposited in the arteries.

Stabilises blood sugar Beetroot is virtually fat free and low in calories. Although it has a 'medium' GI (Glycaemic Index) of 64, It has an extremely low GL (Glycaemic Load) of 2.9 which means it’s converted into sugars very slowly and therefore helps to keep blood sugar levels stable.

Treats anaemia and fatigue Beetroot’s iron content means it’s good for those with anaemia and fatigue.