We didn't know you could do this with some orange peels!
Oranges are packed with vitamins and taste delicious! Everyone knows that oranges are important for vitamin C**, and it can also help you get enough folic acid. It's a great piece of fruit!
Oranges are truly an amazing fruit, packed with essential vitamins and nutrients. Before we tell you what to do with the leftover peel, let's delve into the benefits of oranges:
Vitamin C: Oranges are known for being rich in vitamin C. Vitamin C works like a superhero to help your body fight bad bacteria, make your ** healthy, help you absorb iron from healthy foods, and protect your cells from damage.
Folic acid (folic acid): This acts like a special vitamin that helps your body grow and make new cells. This is especially important for moms who are about to have a baby, as it helps keep their baby's brain and spine healthy.
Dietary fiber: Oranges have something called dietary fiber, which is like a superhero to your tummy. It helps you digest food and keeps your tummy happy and healthy.
Hydration: Oranges have a lot of water in them, and it's like a drink for your body! It helps you stay hydrated, which means your body feels good and works well.
Low-calorie: Oranges are like a food that won't make you eat too many calories. So, even if you want something sweet and good, oranges are a great choice.
Antioxidants: Oranges contain a special substance called antioxidants that can help your body stay strong and protected. They keep out bad things that can hurt the body.
Types of nutrients: Oranges contain many different nutrients that your body needs to stay healthy and strong, such as potassium, vitamin A (for eyes), and vitamin B (for energy).
Scented candles.
If you peel the oranges and only two halves are left (here's an article on how to do that), you can make something really cute out of them. You can make your own scented candles! Eat the remaining two orange peels in small bowls. This is an inexpensive option that can be used as an alternative to buying a variety of expensive scented candles. Plus, it's a fun and easy DIY project that will make your home smell good!
What do you need?
Two halves of orange peel.
2 large tea lamps.
Saucepan. Here's how you do it :
Peel the oranges so that you are left with only two halves of the skin.
Remove the foil from the tea lamp and remove the wick from the bottom of the candle.
Melt the wax from the tea lamp.
Place the wick you took out of the tea lamp in the middle of the orange peel bowl.
Carefully pour the melted wax into the bowl, making sure the wax core is in the middle of the bowl.
Allow the wax to dry properly. Light the wick and enjoy the lovely citrus flavor at home!