Save the Peels!

When we eat citrus fruit – most of us skip the best part!

That juicy orange or grapefruit comes in some handy wrapping – the rind. Most of us just toss those peels but they’re full of good stuff. Laura Pensiero, author of “The Cancer Prevention Cookbook,” says that natural citrus packaging is super healthy. Lemon, lime, orange, grapefruit and tangerine peels all contain powerful compounds that can lower the risk of some cancers and even reduce cholesterol.

Chomping on a peel may not seem appetizing – but chop some up and toss them into some of your favorite recipies. They add a great burst of flavor and zest to just about anything.