Description
Lemon peels have many uses, including in food, as a natural cleaner, and for health benefits:
Food
Lemon peels can be used as an ingredient in food, or as a film matrix or active constituent for food packaging or edible coatings. You can also use lemon peels to make a homemade salad dressing by sun drying or baking them, then mixing them with olive oil, rosemary leaves, and black peppercorns.
Natural cleaner
Lemon peels can be used to clean kitchen appliances, counters, stovetops, sinks, and more. You can make a natural cleaner by steeping lemon peels in vinegar in a spray bottle for a few weeks. You can also use lemon peels and baking soda to clean sinks and bathtubs.
Health benefits
Lemon peels are rich in vitamin C, pectin, and fibers, and have many potential health benefits, including:
Skin health: Lemon peels contain antioxidants that can help prevent and fight skin problems like acne, wrinkles, and pigmentation.
Oral health: Lemon peels contain antibacterial substances that may inhibit the growth of microorganisms responsible for oral diseases.
Immune system: Lemon peel contains flavonoids and vitamin C, which may stimulate your body’s immune system.
Heart health: Lemon peel may reduce your risk of heart disease by lowering blood cholesterol levels.
Digestion: Lemon zest has long been used as a digestive aid.
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