To Peel or Not to Peel … THAT IS THE QUESTION!

All seeds have Omega 3 … What happens to Omega 3 in GMO ?…

How do we Know? WE DO NOT!

GMO seeds are worthless??

When removed…the sweetness (sugars) are INTENSIFIED
& nutrients are cut out & thrown away…

PEELS BECOME “TOXIC”… NOT UNLIKE GLUTEN … “VITAL”…

BUT TOXIC IN GMO…​TOO CONCENTRATED​…​

How do we know if we are consuming “Genetically Modified Franken Foods?

“Omega-3” fats are healthy fats needed for heart and brain health”. …

Grape seeds also contain high levels of vitamin A and E,
which are very beneficial to the skin.
Grape seeds may have a slightly​ bitter taste to them.
It is safe to eat them whole,
but I recommend chewing on them or making the seeds into a powder ​.Mar 6, 2013
Seeded vs. Seedless Grapes. Health Benefits of Grape Seeds …
https://livinggirllivingfoods.com/…/seeded-vs-seedless-grapes-health-benefits-of-grape-s…

Lemon seeds actually contain trace amounts of “salicylic” acid
(the main ingredient in aspirin),
so eating a few lemon seeds here & there won’t particularly harm you,
they’ll just give you some ache and pain-relieving benefit ​…Apr 8, 2015

6 “Fruit Seeds You Can Eat To Improve Your Health and Prevent Cancer”
https://livelovefruit.com/6-fruit-seeds-you-can-eat/

MAYBE​ “DATED” SCIENCE IN THE LIGHT OF ….
“Genetic Modification” ???

MAGNIFIES the GOODNESS…

ALSO, MAGNIFIES.. the “Natural Toxins” in Fresh Fruit and Vegetables

“We’ve got to Reverse our “Throw Away Culture”!!!!!
Rebecca Woods…Potter … Athens Georgia
https://www.jencarebce.com

OR MAYBE NOT?

You Should Eat the Peel of These 12 Fruits and Vegetables?

ONLY IF THEY ARE Non-GMO…

Updated: September 25, 2014….
Very Old – Thus Article does not address GMO…
http://www.inspection.gc.ca/food/information-for-consumers/fact-sheets-and-infographics/products-and-risks/fruits-and-vegetables/natural-toxins/eng/1332276569292/1332276685336

Fresh Non-GMO fruit & vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet,

however,​ several fruits and vegetables consumed in Canada contain small amounts of natural toxins.

These natural toxins help protect the plants and create resistance to diseases and certain types of insects.

The public should be aware of the presence of natural toxins in these fruits and vegetables.

MAY NO LONGER APPLY TO GMO PRODUCE?

The following safety tips can help reduce or avoid exposure to toxins, which could potentially have harmful effects on human health.

In all likelihood,
the first thing you do when you eat an orange is torn​ off that thick peel and throw it straight into the garbage.
Guess what?

You’re missing out on a lot of nutrients. The peel of an orange has nearly twice as much vitamin C as the flesh inside.
And though it may seem gross at first, there are plenty of tasty ways you can eat orange peels if you’re willing to get a little creative. 
The same is true of lots of fruits and veggies;
the peel is often the most nutritious part​…
& can be eaten despite what you think.

Bananas? Yep.

watermelon​?

Sounds unbelievable…but it’s true: that rind is great for you.

Here are 12 Non-GMO..foods with powerful peels you should be eating,

along with suggestions for how to add them to your diet.

BUT HOW DO WE KNOW??… ​TRUST THE “MONEY CHANGERS?”

Apples

The skin of an apple contains about half of the apple’s overall dietary fiber content. A medium apple also delivers 9 milligrams of vitamin C, 100 IUs of vitamin A, and 200 grams of potassium. By removing the peel, you lose about a third of those nutrients. The peel also has four times more vitamin K than its flesh; about 5 percent of your daily value. Vitamin K—also prevalent in meat and in spinach and other green veggies—helps you form blood clots that patch you up when you have a bad scrape and helps activate the proteins your body needs for cell growth and healthy bone maintenance.

An apple’s skin boasts potential benefits beyond its vitamin content. An antioxidant called quercetin, found mostly in the apple’s skin, can help lung function, ease breathing problems and protect your lungs from irritants. Quercetin is also believed to fight off brain tissue damage and protect your memory.
RELATED: Improving Endurance with Apples (only Non-GMO)…

One study identified another compound that’s found primarily in the peel, called triterpenoids, which appears to inhibit or kill certain types of cancer cells throughout the body. And the ursolic acid in apple skin has been shown by studies to stimulate muscle growth, increase skeletal muscle and decrease risk of obesity.

Potatoes… (only Non-GMO)…

A potato’s skin packs more nutrients—iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium, vitamin B6 and vitamin C—ounce-for-ounce than the rest of the potato. For example, 100 grams of potato peel packs seven times more calcium and 17 times more iron than the same amount of potato flesh. Ditch the skin and you’ll also lose up to 90 percent of a potato’s iron content and half of its fiber.
And don’t forget the skin of a sweet potato is loaded with a significant amount of beta-carotene, which converts to vitamin A during digestion. Vitamin A is essential for cell health and immune system regulation, and it is extremely useful in maintaining organ function.

Citrus (Oranges, Lemons, Grapefruits, Limes)… (only Non-GMO)…

The peel of an orange…
Packs in twice as much vitamin C as what’s in the Pulp,,.
It also contains higher concentrations of riboflavin, vitamin B6, calcium, magnesium & potassium.
The peel’s flavonoids have anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties.
(Citrus fruit also boosts iron absorption.) likely not in GMO…

As nutritious as citrus peels are, you’re unlikely to start eating oranges whole. (Esp if GMO)
The entire peel (zest) is bitter and difficult to digest.
Instead,
grate the peel using a micro-plane or another tool and sprinkle it on top of salads…likely not in GMO…
in a vinaigrette dressing.
Citrus shavings make a good pairing with ice cream and chocolate as well.

RELATED: 6 Vitamins and Minerals Athletes Need to Know

Cucumbers – … (only Non-GMO)…

The dark green skin contains the majority of a cucumber’s antioxidants, insoluble fiber and potassium. The cucumber peel also holds most of its vitamin K. The next time you have a Greek salad, ask the chef not to peel your cukes.

Kiwi… (only Non-GMO)…

You’ve probably been spooning out the green flesh inside for years, but a kiwi’s fuzzy exterior is also edible. In fact, the skin contains more flavonoids, antioxidants & vitamin C than the insides—and double the fiber. So ditch the spoon, wash the kiwi and eat it like a peach. If you find the fuzz unappetizing,  scrape it off first.
Eggplant

An eggplant’s purple hue comes from a powerful antioxidant called nasunin, which helps protect against cancerous development, especially in the brain and other parts of the nervous system. Nasunin is also believed to have anti-aging properties.
Eggplant skin is also rich in chlorogenic acid, a phytochemical that boasts antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and also promotes glucose tolerance. Although the eggplant interior contains chlorogenic acid, it’s much more prevalent in the skin.

Mango… (only Non-GMO)…

Researchers found that mango skin contains properties similar to resveratrol, which helps burn fat and inhibits the production of mature fat cells. Mango flesh extracts were also tested, but did not produce the same results, which suggests that one needs to eat mango skin in order to get this beneficial property.
A mango’s peel also contains larger quantities of carotenoids, polyphenols, omega-3, omega-6 and polyunsaturated fatty acids than its flesh. Another study found compounds more heavily concentrated in mango’s skin that fight off cancer, diabetes and heart disease. Mango skin also has quercetin.
The skin of a mango can be eaten raw, or cooked along with the insides. Another way to eat both flesh and skin is to pickle the entire mango.

Carrots… (only Non-GMO)…

Since the skin of a carrot is the same color as what’s directly beneath it (like a tomato or a red pepper), the peel and its flesh have similar nutritional properties. However, the highest concentration of phytonutrients is found in a carrot’s skin or immediately underneath. Just rinse the carrot thoroughly rather than peeling it. 

Watermelon  (only Non-GMO)…not seedless…

All watermelon contains citrulline, which has antioxidant properties and converts to arginine, an essential amino acid that is beneficial to the heart, immune system and circulatory system. But most of that citrulline is found in the rind. Eating a rind might sound unappetizing, but it can be pickled (like a cucumber), or simply sautéed and seasoned. Or throw it in a blender with the watermelon flesh, and add some lime.
RELATED: Watermelon, The Athlete’s Superfruit

Onions (only Non-GMO)
Like apple skin and mango skin, the outside of an onion’s skin contains quercetin. Although that skin is not directly edible, you can draw out some of those nutrients by adding it to stock.

Pineapple(only Non-GMO)

Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that can help reduce inflammation, especially in the nose and sinuses. One study found that a pineapple’s core and peel yielded the highest amount of bromelain in the fruit, at 40 percent by weight.
The skin and core of a pineapple straight-up would be tough on your digestive system, so try putting them through a juicer or sauté them for a few minutes in a pan.

Bananas..(only Non-GMO)

A banana’s peel contains way more fiber than its flesh, and is likewise richer in potassium.

All​ peels (GMO & M0n-GMO) also contains lEUTIN…
a “powerful” antioxidant that plays a role in maintaining healthy eye function. 

An amino acid called tryptophan is more highly concentrated in the peel than the insides. Among other things, tryptophan is believed to ease depression by increasing the body’s levels of serotonin, a neurotransmitter in the brain that affects mood.

Although the peel has a “bitter” taste and tough,
ropey consistency most people aren’t used to,

an overripe banana (brown or black) becomes thinner,
sweeter and easier to chew.

You can also put the peel (ripe or overripe) through a juicer with the rest of the banana.
Or you can boil the peel for several minutes to make it softer…
OR throw it in the frying pan.  

If you want to get really creative,
bake a banana peel in the oven for 20 minutes or so
or until it becomes dried out, then use it to make tea.

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LIKELY NOT… in GMO…

Topics: FIBER | FRUIT | POTASSIUM | NUTRIENTS | VITAMIN C | WATERMELON
Updated: September 25, 2014​​