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Useful food waste that should not be disposed of





If you decide to use the peel to eat fruits and vegetables, it is important to know whether it is environmentally friendly, because pesticides settle mostly in the outer shell than in the pulp.

During the processing of fruits and vegetables are two types of waste - Solid (peel, seeds, etc.) and liquid (juice, water). They can be a cheap source of antioxidants that promote health and prevent the occurrence of certain chronic diseases.

1. Potato and carrot peel
Most of the nutrients contained in potatoes and carrots, for example, vitamin C and potassium, saved, if you eat these vegetables with the skin. It also has a huge amount of fiber. In almost any recipe carrots and potatoes can be cooked with the skin.

2. The leaves and stems of broccoli
As buds, leaves and stems of this superfood is equally tasty and rich in antioxidants and fiber, but, unfortunately, are often in the bin. In addition, they are an excellent source of carotenoids and vitamins A and C. They can be eaten raw, adding to the salad. In the stems contain a sufficiently large amount of fiber.

3. Peel the melon
Melon rind is rich in citrulline (an amino acid that helps to improve blood circulation). Mix peel with pulp in a blender and get a tasty and rich in antioxidants cocktail.

4. Peel zucchini zhёludevogo
It contains a set of vital antioxidants, including fitopitatelnye substance and cellulose. Halves of this vegetable can be roasted with the skin. Thus, the dish will look more appetizing. A spoonful of maple syrup and a pinch of sea salt make it unique taste.

5. Onion peel
It is rich in quercetin, which lowers blood pressure and prevents clogged arteries. Furthermore, it has anti-inflammatory properties, inhibits the production and release of histamine. Therefore onion peel can be useful for those who suffer from hay fever.

6. The core of the pineapple
It is more stiff and certainly not as appetizing as pulp. In the core contains many nutrients. She's just a little bit harder and not as sweet as the rest of the pineapple. After eating it raw, you get all the nutrients of the fruit.

7. lemon and orange peel
Peel of citrus fruit of a real fount of fiber, flavonoids and vitamins. According to unofficial data, the active chemical found in the peel of lemons and oranges (D-Lemon) helps relieve heartburn and indigestion. Good concentration of vitamin C helps strengthen the immune system and prevent respiratory infections. In addition, peel extract can be used as antibacterial humidifier insect repellent or even kitchen cleaners fat. It is also used for whitening teeth. Pectin and cellulose in a white layer under the skin can help curb appetite and suppress hunger for up to 4 hours.

8. Celery leaves
Along with the fact that they contain five times more magnesium and calcium than stalks celery leaves are also rich in vitamin C and phenols - powerful antioxidants that help fight cancer and heart disease, and even aging.

9. beet stems
They are rich in glutamine, antioxidants and phenolic compounds. The stems are also edible, like leaves. They can be steamed like asparagus.

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