can it harm me to eat the peel of lemons and oranges,not just a wee bit but the whole thing,this is not a crank question ,i really do like the taste but do not want to do my self any harm thanks for your help
2007-03-05 03:11:32 · 4 answers · asked by susiesnowdrop 3 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness
The outer rind (zest) can be used in desserts for it's flavor and as well as for garnishes. Inside the outer rind is a white membrane (pith) that is very bitter and should not be used as it is considered inedible.
2007-03-05 03:34:38 · answer #1 · answered by mamabear 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably not.
They put orange and lemon peel in a lot of things (not very much granted) but if you aren't noticing any ill effects from doing it, then more power to you!!
The japanese actually managed to engineer a fruit called a 'satsuma' which is an orange with an edible (to normal people) peel.
2007-03-05 03:22:03 · answer #2 · answered by joemammysbigguns 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would ask your doctor. I have heard of people doing this but your doctor could be the best person to ask this of.
2007-03-05 03:19:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Uh... if it doesn't give you a tummyache, there shouldn't be anything wrong with it... it's kind of unusual to eat that though.
2007-03-05 03:19:45 · answer #4 · answered by PsychoCola 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋