The One That Got Away
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The One That Got Away
Are You Missing Out on the Healthiest Parts of Your Food?
Summary:
You might be spending on health foods yet unknowingly discarding their most nutritious parts. Discover how to make the most of your fruits and vegetables.---
Maximizing Nutritional Benefits from Fruits and Vegetables
Did you know that some of the healthiest components of your fruits and vegetables might be slipping away unnoticed? For instance, the white part of an orange peel contains more vitamin C than the rest of the fruit. Here's how you can better capitalize on the nutrition in your produce:
Whole Fresh Fruits:
- Apples: Almost half of an apple's vitamin C is just beneath the skin. Additionally, the skin boosts insoluble fiber content. In the past, apple skins were removed due to juiciness cloudiness concerns, but now they're recognized for their cancer-fighting flavonoids and heart health benefits.- Blueberries: Their blue hue comes from anthocyanin, located in the skin of North American blueberries. Thick-skinned, unripe berries have the most pectin.
- Kiwi: Kiwis match bananas in potassium content and are rich in flavonoid antioxidants, especially in the skin. Rubbing off the fuzz makes the skin edible.
- Carrots: Retain their skin for best color and nutrition, as many nutrients are right beneath the peel.
Juices:
- Orange Juice: While calcium is often lost during juicing, you can choose calcium-fortified options. They're rich in phytonutrients, and depending on pulp content, might offer fiber.Other Fruits and Vegetables:
- Grapes: Resveratrol, found in grape skins, helps plants combat stress and offers potential health benefits.- Lemons: The zest is rich in limonoids, which rival tamoxifen for inhibiting breast cancer cell growth.
- Nectarines and Peaches: Much of the fiber and nutrients reside in the skin, so eat them whole after a good wash.
- Pears and Plums: Pear skins are vitamin C-rich, while plums offer both soluble and insoluble fiber mainly in the skin.
- Potatoes: Antioxidants are concentrated in the skin. Substances like patatin may contribute to their antioxidant activity.
- Tomatoes: The skin contains significant antioxidants, such as lycopene and vitamin C, essential for full nutritional benefits.
Grains:
- Rice: Brown rice retains its nutritional wealth compared to white rice, which loses most of its nutrients when polished.- Wheat: Processing removes beneficial germ and bran, which are later sold separately. Starch offers little nutritional value besides adding calories.
Taste Considerations:
Some skins have strong, distinctive flavors. Dried fruits and peanut paste can mask these flavors while enhancing your meal.Important Tips:
- Organic Caution: Non-organically grown fruits are often heavily sprayed. If you can't find organic options, thoroughly wash or peel them to avoid chemicals.- Cleaning Produce: Consider special surfactants designed for washing fruits and vegetables, as chemicals may not wash off with plain hot water.
By fully embracing every part of your fruits and vegetables, you can enhance your diet and avoid paying extra for nutrients that you're already purchasing.
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