Mandarin peels contain a high level of vitamin C, which promotes an antioxidant effect in human tissue, by acting directly on the free radicals responsible for causing infections and diseases that can seriously affect our health. The best thing is that it can be used fresh or dry because its properties are preserved for a long time.
One of the simplest ways to take advantage of this gift of nature is by using its shell in infusions or tea. According to the website “Alimentos para Curar” (Foods that Heal), a study conducted by the Department of Agriculture of the United States and Canada determined that mandarin peels have properties that contribute to reducing cholesterol. Also, another benefit of this citrus fruit is endorsed by the University of Western Ontario of Canada, which claims that it helps control diabetes and obesity.
Premature aging, acne, flu and cough are just some of the ills that affect the human body and can be significantly improved with the intake of mandarin peel. Also, it helps to improve stress and exhaustion. But this is not all, if you suffer from stomach pains or flatulence, mandarin peel tea is a good natural option to overcome these discomforts. The popular knowledge tells us that dry tangerine peel when ground and sprinkled on food and drinks, can have a positive effect on health and the organism from the first time you take it.
Undoubtedly, an innovative use that for some people is successful, is the mandarin peel as a means to eliminate fungus on the feet. People have obtained positive results by rubbing mandarin peel on the affected area whether the nail or any other area of the foot , repeating the procedure three times a day, for several days.
To prepare a tea with mandarin peel you should wash the peel very well to remove any polluting elements. Then put half of it in a cup of boiling water. Cover it and let the process continue for 15 minutes, after that you can enjoy the benefits and its pleasant taste.
You can also use mandarin peel as a nasal decongestant. Put over the fire a saucepan with a liter of water and three full mandarin peels, then let it boil for 5 minutes, remove it from the heat and start the decongesting process. To do so, place yourself in a comfortable position with a cloth over your head and inhale the steam from the mandarin peel for 10 or 15 minutes, its properties are enhanced by the steam and will make the air flow through your nostrils thus allowing nasal decongestion.
In addition to its uses for health, mandarin peel is an incredible fragrance to give life to every corner of your home, easily and immediately eradicating bad odors when you spray it around the house. Put some mandarin peel in a spray bottle and after a few days of rest you can spray every room you want and spread its delicate aroma around.
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