Tangerine peels contain a high level of vitamin C, which allows an antioxidant effect on human tissue, by acting directly on free radicals responsible for causing infections and diseases that can seriously affect our health. The best thing is that it can be used fresh or dried because its properties are preserved for a long time.
One of the easiest ways to take advantage of this gift of nature is by using its shell to make infusions or tea. According to the web portal “Foods to heal”, a study carried out jointly by the Department of Agriculture of the United States and Canada determined that tangerine shells have properties that help reduce cholesterol; Likewise, another of the benefits of this citrus fruit is endorsed by the University of Western Ontario in Canada, which states that it helps control diabetes and obesity.
Premature aging, acne, flu and cough are just some of the ills that affect the human body and can be considerably improved with the tangerine peel. Also, it helps improve stress and exhaustion. But this is not all, if you suffer from stomach pains or flatulence, tangerine peel tea is a good natural option to overcome these discomforts. Popular knowledge tells us that the dried tangerine peel is ground and sprinkled on food and drinks, achieving a positive effect on health and the body from the first intake.
Undoubtedly, an innovative use and that for some people is successful, is the tangerine shell as a means to eliminate fungus on the feetThose who have obtained positive results recommend rubbing the shell on the affected area, be it the nail or any other area of the foot, repeating the procedure three times a day for several days and the changes will begin to be noticeable.
To prepare a tea with tangerine shell, you must wash the shell very well to remove any element that may be contaminating, after cleaning, place half of it in a cup of boiling water, cover it and let the process continue. for 15 minutes, after that you can enjoy the benefits and its pleasant taste.
On the other hand, to use the peel or shells of the tangerine as a nasal decongestant, you must place a pot with a liter of water and three full shells of tangerine on the fire, after letting it boil for 5 minutes, remove it from the heat and start the decongesting process, to do this, get in a comfortable position with a cloth over your head and inhale for 10 or 15 minutes the steam from the tangerine shell that the hole will give off, Its properties are enhanced by steam and will make air flow through your nostrils, thus allowing nasal decongestion.
In addition to health uses, the tangerine shell is an incredible flavoring agent to give life to every corner of your home, eradicating annoying odors, in a simple and immediate way, for this you only have to spray the tangerine peel and place it in water, in a spray bottle and after a few days of rest you can spray every space you want and spread its delicate aroma wherever you want.