Oranges are a fruit we often eat, with thick, tender flesh that is juicy and delicious. So, besides eating them, what other uses do oranges have? What can you do with orange peels instead of throwing them away? Let's follow the editor to learn more about oranges!
"Citrus fruits have a pleasant aroma that can, to some extent, clear the mind and dispel unpleasant odors." Professor Zhang Zhangfu of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine suggests that placing an orange in the bedroom can stimulate the nervous system with its fresh scent, refreshing the mind, clearing the air, and beautifying the indoor environment.
Professor Zhang Zhangfu pointed out that from a traditional Chinese medicine perspective, the aromatic nature of oranges can transform dampness, awaken the spleen, ward off foul odors, and clear the senses. Besides refreshing the mind, when you feel fatigued, have a bloated stomach, and no appetite,适当 smelling the fresh scent of oranges can relieve these discomforts. The aromatic fragrance can also calm the nerves and soothe the mind. Placing an orange by the bed can also promote sleep. And the soft color of an orange gives people a warm feeling, so it can be said that an orange is a clever "decorative piece" for the room.
So, what other uses do oranges have? We all eat the orange pulp, but what can be done with the leftover peels? Let's continue to follow the editor to find out!
Orange peels freshen breath. Fresh orange peels are rich in Vitamin C and essential oils, and have functions like regulating qi, resolving phlegm, strengthening the spleen, and harmonizing the stomach. Chewing them and spitting out the residue several times is quite effective for removing bad breath. Soaking orange peels in tea makes a fragrant drink that can also clear the mind and refresh you. Of course, orange peels have other uses as well, such as: for foot soaks.
Foot soaks are a popular way for many people to relax and relieve stress. Many also like to add orange peels to their foot soaks, believing it is more beneficial for the body. But what exactly are the benefits of using orange peels for foot soaks? Many people are still unclear. Let's find out together.
First, let's get to know "orange peel." As the name implies, orange peel is the rind peeled from an orange (peel dried for over a year is called aged tangerine peel). Orange peel is sweet and bitter in taste but has the fresh fragrance of an orange. It is the dried rind of the citrus fruit, and if kept dry, it can be stored for a long time, hence the name "aged peel." If the peel is made from dried winter mandarins, its quality is better. It appears dark brown, has a thin rind and pulp, feels light and breaks easily in the hand, and is accompanied by a fresh fragrance. Among the "Three Treasures of Guangdong," the "aged peel" refers specifically to Xinhui aged peel, which is said to be "ginseng for a thousand years, aged peel for a hundred years." The value of Xinhui aged peel is thus evident.
The orange peel fruit rind is often peeled into several segments, with the base connected or in irregular fragments. It is about 1 to 4 mm thick. The outer surface is orange-yellow or reddish-brown, with fine wrinkles and sunken oil glands; the inner surface is yellowish-white, rough and spongy, with yellowish-white or yellow-brown, vein-like vascular bundles attached. The texture is slightly hard and brittle. It is fragrant, with a pungent and slightly bitter taste. Orange peels are rich in Vitamin C, so they have many benefits, including medicinal and cosmetic uses. In traditional Chinese medicine, orange peel is a valuable ingredient and an herbal medicine. It is rich in Vitamin C and essential oils. Orange peel not only has the effects of regulating qi, resolving phlegm, strengthening the stomach, eliminating dampness, and lowering blood pressure, but can also moisturize the skin.
Since orange peels have so many benefits, in your daily life, after eating an orange, you should save the peel to use for foot soaks. This can achieve many health benefits:
1. Orange peel foot soaks are very suitable for women. Orange peels are rich in Vitamin C and essential oils, which can effectively moisturize the skin of the feet. Women often wear high heels, so regularly using orange peels for foot soaks is a great way to protect the skin on their feet.
2. Orange peel foot soaks can lower blood pressure, strengthen the stomach, and eliminate dampness, making them suitable for middle-aged and elderly people. Long-term use of orange peels for foot soaks is very helpful for their health and wellness.
3. Orange peel foot soaks have a certain effect in killing bacteria and disinfecting, which is good news for friends who have athlete's foot!!
From the content above, I believe everyone has learned about the benefits of using orange peels for foot soaks. The benefits for the body are enormous. In the future, after eating an orange, remember not to discard the peel. You can save it for foot soaks. This is one of the environmentally friendly and beauty-enhancing methods. Why not try it when you get home?