Orange Peel is one of the greatest sources of vitamin C on earth and should not be left out of your diet as a natural and potent way to enhance your immune system and ward off invasive infection. It is an old and reliable digestive, but important new research has demonstrated promising antioxidant activity.
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History:
Orange Peel is the ripened rind (which sometimes becomes more potentwith age) of the Orange and is particularly rich in vitamin C.Contrary to popular belief, the Orange is not native to China. Althoughits descendence is not exactly known, its origins appear to be innorthern and northeastern India, and it was well-known in China andIndo-China as a medicine in the first century A.D. Orange Peel isstill used in China today (Citrus sinensis)in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as an ingredient in differentdrugs.There is a great deal of current research being conducted lately withrespect to Orange (and Lemon) Peel and its powerful constituent,d-limonene, a cyclic monoterpene that causes G1 cell cycle arrest, butthus far, no conclusions have been drawn, and further research isneeded. (You may wish to check out the Memorial Sloan-Kettering sitefor further information about cancer research and d-limonene here).The fruit known as the Seville Orange was first brought to Europe bythe Moors in the ninth century and grown in the Arabic realms of Spainand Sicily; sweeter Oranges came to the continent later with Portuguesetraders. Columbus introduced the Orange to the West Indies, and thefruit was well established in Florida before 1565. Oranges were growingin California by 1800. The smallish trees grow in well-drained soil insun with ample moisture in warm climates and do not transplant well.They are susceptible to many different insects and fungal diseases andare also quite sensitive to frost. Orange happens to be the mostimported fruit in international commerce, both as a popular and mostnutritious food on its own, but also as an ingredient in candies,marmalades, herbal medicine, cosmetics, soaps, perfumes, aromatherapy,etc. Orange Peel is one of the most important sources of vitamin C onearth (the Peel contains more than the pulp), and is also rich incitric acid and d-limonene. Other constituents include p-synephrine,pectin, volatile oils, hesperidin, protein, carbohydrates, fiber,calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron and vitamin A.
Beneficial Uses:
Orange Peel's high vitamin C content (and A) makes it a wonderfulsupplement to build immunity and combat invasive infection, colds, fluand many other ailments. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that protects yourbody's cells from damage, helps form the connective tissue collagen,keeps your capillaries and blood vessels healthy, and aids in theabsorption of iron and folate.
OrangePeel is an easily digestible, highly nutritious support for a healthydigestive tract and has helped ease gastrointestinal complaints such asdyspepsia, colic, flatulence, indigestion, diarrhea and heartburn andis said to be particularly effective in digesting fatty foods.
Thepectin in Orange Peel appears to stimulate the growth of healthybacteria that is effective in helping to prevent food-borne pathogens;and some folk healers have even claimed that Orange Rind may also helpclear toxins (including lead poisoning) from the system.
The pectin in Orange Peel is a soluble fiber that maybe helpful in lowering blood cholesterol and glucose levels. Solublefibers are thought to prevent cholesterol absorption and slow theabsorption of dietary sugar.
Recommended Dosage:
Take two (2) capsules, one (1) to two (2) times each day with water at mealtimes.
Contraindications:
Those who have heart disease should not take Orange Peel due to itsp-synephrine content. If taking prescription medications, consult aphysician before taking this product, as it may enhance the effects ofdrugs in the body.
Capsule Size:
We use only 100% Gluten-free, Vegetable Cellulose, size "00" capsules for all of our encapsulated products.(click here for size comparison) Each capsule contains approximately 600 mgs of powdered herb material.
- Orange Peel - Standardized Extract -- Approximately 600 mgs each
