POMELO PEEL HEALTH BENEFITS
Pomelo peel (including the yellow outer layer and the white layer inside), is rich in natural antioxidants & essential oils which are have anti-inflammatory & anti-cancer properties, reduce cholesterol & triglycerides, decrease oxidation processes & negative effects of oxidation, and protect cells from damage. Pomelo is an abundant source of nutrients, flavonoids including naringin & naringenin, phytochemicals, Vitamin C and lycopene, which is are well recognised antioxidants.
Pomelo, Citrus maxima or Citrus grandis, is the largest, non-hybrid fruit amongst all others in the citrus variety belonging to the Rutaceae family.
Peels of fruits have a natural function to protect the whole fruit. Peels contain various components protecting the fruits against solar radiation, weather changes, oxidation caused by oxygen and from invasion of microorganisms & insects.
health benefits of pomelo peel.
Anti-hyperglycemic & Anti-diabetic - Naringin and naringenin (flavonoids responsible for bitterness in the peel) have strong anti-hyperglycemic properties. Scientific studies on the effects of these flavonoids have shown them to lower blood glucose & improve insulin resistance. Results also showed that naringin has protective and alleviating effects against diseases & negative impacts caused by complications in diabetics eg. ketoacidosis, oxidative stress, chromosomal instability, diabetic kidney disease & fibrosis of the heart.
Anti-hyperlipidemia & Body Weight Control - Pomelo peel is an ancient cure to reduce body fat. Research has shown that Pomelo contains a ‘fat-consuming compound’ carnitine palmitoyl-transferase, (not very common in foods), that can assist with losing weight. Studies have been carried out where rats fed a high-fat diet for a period of time showed increased serum concentrations of triglycerides & bad cholesterol and increased levels of blood glucose. When the diet was supplemented with pomelo peel extract or powder, significant anti-hyperlipidemia effects, and significant reduction in blood glucose were observed.
Pomelo peel extracts also showed a reduction in metabolic disorders induced by high fat consumption. Fat in the liver was also reduced by pomelo peel extract, preventing fatty liver disease.
Lowers Absorption of Cholesterol & Triglycerides - Pomelo peel is rich in soluble dietary fibre like hemicellulose and pectin, and is free from cholesterol. Dietary fibre can capture and reduce the absorption of cholesterol and triglycerides, lowering the risk of developing coronary heart disease, stroke, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, & gastrointestinal diseases. In clinical trials, Pomelo peel extract has been shown to reduce body weight, reduce blood triglycerides, total cholesterol and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL).
Blood Pressure Benefits - Being naturally high in potassium, Pomelo assists in the maintenance of normal blood pressure.
Gastrointestinal & Urinary Tract Health - Pomelo peel contains a soluble fibre called pectin, which can reduce blood cholesterol, support blood circulation and prevent cardiovascular disease. Pomelo peel is a traditional Asian remedy for indigestion, nausea & diarrhoea.
Pomelo peel contains d-limonene compounds which can dissolve & prevent the formation of kidney stones, and high amounts of anti-inflammatory Vitamin C, preventing urinary tract infection.
Immune Boosting & Antimicrobial Properties - Pomelo fruit is rich in the anti-oxidant Vitamin C, which attacks free radicals, enhances microbial killing and phagocytosis. The high ascorbic acid content in the fruit peel enhances white blood cell activity to fight & prevent infections. Pomelo peel, particularly, has a high amount of essential oil containing various components such as limonene, g-terpinene & pinene. Alongside strong antioxidant capacity, pomelo peel’s essential oil is antimicrobial against pathogens, fungus & bacterias. Helps treat cough and cold, fight viral infections and reduce fever.
Anti-cancer Properties. - Pomelo may help kill cancer cells and prevent the spread of cancer. A study in mice found that pomelo peel extract suppressed tumor growth, boosted the immune system, and killed cancer cells. A similar study observed that an extract made from pomelo leaves killed skin cancer cells in mice. Naringenin — one of the main antioxidants in pomelo — has been shown to kill prostate and pancreatic cancer cells, as well as slow the spread of lung cancer in test-tube studies.
Pomelo peel skin BENEFITS.
Anti-oxidant Rich - Pomelo peel contains several essential amino acids that help to build healthy skin cells and also suppress any redness & swelling that tends to develop on skin exposed to harsh environmental states. Its high flavonoid content provides antioxidants to combat free radical damage, diminish acne, scars & dark spots, and lessen skin irritation.
Anti-Aging Benefits - Pomelo peel contains spermidine that aids in delaying skin cells from the process of ageing. The flavonoid plant antioxidant, carotene, reduces the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines & sagging skin. Drinking pomelo peel tea helps boost collagen production, essential for maintaining the elasticity & firmness of skin. Used topically, Pomelo peel promotes skin lightening, as it contains rutin, & plant phenol antioxidants which have skin-lightening and anti-aging properties.
Promote Wound Healing & Reduce Skin Inflammation - Pomelo peel helps to aid collagen production & stimulate skin health. Beneficial for healing wounds, treating skin inflammation & acne. With powerful skin nutrients such as bioflavonoids (plant-based antioxidants) and powerful anti-inflammatory properties, Pomelo peel can help transform dry and swollen skin, leaving the skin bright & radiant. Studies reveal pomelo peel promoted wound healing in experimental animals.
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