Researchers may have uncovered a health secret hiding in plain sight.
The orange peel that most people mindlessly toss in the trash after squeezing out the juice packs a powerful punch when it comes to combating cardiovascular disease risk factors, a new study suggests.
Reduces Levels of Compound Linked to Heart Risk
In a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, scientists examined the effects of an orange extract on compounds linked to heart disease, suggesting that orange peels may be repurposed as a natural health supplement or food ingredient.
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George Citroner reports on health and medicine, covering topics that include cancer, infectious diseases, and neurodegenerative conditions. He was awarded the Media Orthopaedic Reporting Excellence (MORE) award in 2020 for a story on osteoporosis risk in men.
