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Is there any danger in eating orange peels, not jest but the peel itself?
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None: Ornage zest which is finely shredded peel adds a delicious extra to many menus. There are no extra health benefits to orange peel, so why eat it?
Answered 3/7/2012
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Not really: In fact, the peel (zest) contains flavorful oils and is used in many desserts. Make sure to wash well to remove surface pesticides and dirt. I am not aware of any nutritional benefit of the better white pith, beside maybe some fiber.
Answered 2/23/2018
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