POWER PACK YOUR GREEN SMOOTHIE WITH PEELS! APPLES: Packed with vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium – the apple peel contains much of the fruit’s nutritional benefits. Actually over two thirds of the apple’s fiber to be exact! The peel also contains over 4 times more vitamin K than the apple’s flesh, aiding your body in bone, skin, and cell health. The antioxidant quercetin also improves lung function, and is believed to help protect your memory! How to use: Simply remove the core + seeds prior to blending and enjoy! CITRUS: Citrus peels are high in powerful antioxidants called super-flavonoids which can contribute to reducing “bad” cholesterol, and are over 20 times more powerful than those found in the juice. While citrus peel is packed with vitamin C, riboflavin, vitamin B6, calcium, magnesium, and potassium, the natural oils can be tough on your stomach so we suggest starting small (especially because citrus zest adds a major flavor boost to your green smoothie). How to use: Use a fruit or vegetable peeler to help remove the zest from the fruit, then add at your discretion. Using a peeler also helps preserve the citrus pith, which is packed with fiber! While the pith can be bitter and the zest flavor packed, we suggest experimenting with both to see what amount + combination satisfies your tastebuds. KIWI: Ever thought about biting into a kiwi whole? Maybe you should! While most people scrape away the kiwi skin, the skin is high in vitamin C, fiber, and cancer-fighting antioxidants, as well as, anti-inflammatory and anti-allergenic properties. How to use: The peel of the kiwi fruit can be tart, so we suggest starting small. CUCUMBER: The dark skin of the cucumber contains the majority of a cucumber’s antioxidants, insoluble fiber and potassium. The cucumber peel also holds most of the fruit’s vitamin K. How to use: Next time your prepping cucumber for your green smoothie, try leaving the cucumber whole or part of the peel on. More details on our blog, clickable link in profile @simplegreensmoothies http://simplegreensmoothies.com/tips/peel #simple #simplegreensmoothies #smoothies #organic #health #instafood #instadaily

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