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Blend orange and carrot peels: a trick to improve your health

Discover how blending orange and carrot peels improves your digestion, provides antioxidants, and reduces waste for more eco-friendly consumption....
Author: Patricia Alegsa
Blend orange and carrot peels: a trick to improve your health



Table of Contents

  1. Blending peels: from trash to glass
  2. What no one tells you: the treasure is in the peel
  3. How to prepare the smoothie (without going crazy)
  4. Possible benefits: from your stomach to your skin
  5. Caution: natural doesn’t always mean harmless
  6. Less waste, more awareness (and better mood)

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Blending peels: from trash to glass



I'll tell you straight: if you throw away orange and carrot peels, you're throwing away money, nutrients, and a great opportunity to take care of your health and the planet at the same time.

The idea of blending them sounds strange at first, almost like a modern witch’s recipe... but behind it there is science, common sense, and a bit of rebellion against waste.

In consultations, when I work on anxiety and eating habits, I always ask:
“What do you do with the leftovers?”

The answer is almost always the same: “I throw them away, obviously”.
And that’s when my ecological and psychological alarm goes off: if you throw away so much, you probably also waste parts of yourself.

Let’s change that with something simple:
a smoothie made from orange and carrot peels.

Yes, you read that right: peels.



What no one tells you: the treasure is in the peel



The industry taught you to love the pulp and distrust the peel.
But nutritional science says otherwise.

Orange peel
Contains more interesting things than you imagine:


  • Concentrated vitamin C: the peel can contain more than the pulp.

  • Flavonoids: antioxidants that protect your cells from oxidative damage.

  • Essential oils: like limonene, with digestive effects and an aroma that even improves mood.

  • Lots of fiber: very useful for intestinal transit and cholesterol.



A curious fact from a nutritional astrologer (yes, that strange mix is me):
People with air signs (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius) tend to live fast-paced and eat almost without thinking. When I suggest using the peel, they are surprised. The simple act of using all the food already helps them slow down and eat more mindfully.

Carrot peel
The whole carrot (with skin) holds:


  • Beta-carotenes: the body converts them into vitamin A. Key for your vision, skin, and defenses.

  • Minerals: potassium and some calcium, good for blood pressure and bones.

  • Fiber: feeds your gut microbiota and helps you have better bowel movements.



Often, the outer part of vegetables concentrates more bioactive compounds than the inside.
Does the concept of “superfood” sound familiar? The peel fits into that forgotten category.

When you combine orange + carrot + their peels, you get an interesting mix:

  • Powerful antioxidants.

  • Vitamin C + precursors of vitamin A.

  • Fiber that satiates and regulates.

  • A quite pleasant citrus-sweet flavor if balanced well.





How to prepare the smoothie (without going crazy)



Let’s get practical.
A basic version I use a lot when giving talks on mindful eating is this:


  • 1 well-washed orange, with its peel (without the thicker white part if it tastes too bitter to you).

  • 1 washed carrot, with its skin.

  • 1 glass of water (200–250 ml, adjust to taste).



Optional ingredients that make a difference:


  • A small piece of fresh ginger (antioxidant and digestive, but somewhat spicy).

  • 1 teaspoon of honey or stevia, if you want to soften the acidity.

  • A few drops of lemon if you like it more intense.



Steps:


  • Wash the orange and carrot very well. Scrub them with a brush and cold water. If they are not organic, this matters a lot.

  • Cut everything into small pieces to protect your blender and achieve better texture.

  • Blend with water until smooth.

  • Taste: if it’s too thick for you, add more water. If it feels too strong, use half an orange instead of a whole one.



To strain or not to strain?
Depends on your stomach and patience:


  • If you strain it, you lose some fiber but gain texture.

  • If you don’t strain it, you use everything but it may be heavy for some sensitive intestines.



Times that usually work well:


  • On an empty stomach: some people feel lighter and have better digestion throughout the day.

  • Mid-morning: as a snack replacing cookies or ultra-processed foods.



In consultations I recommend starting with half a glass for a few days, observe how your body responds, then adjust. Your gut talks. You just need to listen.



Possible benefits: from your stomach to your skin



There is no miracle in a glass, but this mix can add a lot.

1. Smoother digestion
The fiber from both peels:


  • Increases stool volume.

  • Promotes more regular transit.

  • Feeds good intestinal bacteria.



In health psychology we see a direct connection between gut and mood (the famous “second brain”).
When a patient improves their transit, often their irritability and energy improve too.

It’s not magic, it’s biology and habits.

2. Better-looking skin
Interesting combination:


  • Vitamin C + beta-carotenes → support for collagen production and cell repair.

  • Antioxidants → help slow some damage caused by sun and pollution.



In a self-care workshop, a woman told me after a month:
“I don’t know if it’s the smoothie, Patricia, but my skin looks less dull and I no longer end the day exhausted”.

Was it just the drink? No.

She had also started sleeping better, hydrating more, and eating fewer ultra-processed foods.
The smoothie worked as a trigger: a daily gesture reminding her she was taking care of herself.

3. Support for the immune system


Vitamin C participates in:


  • Defenses against infections.

  • Reduction of oxidative damage.



Vitamin A (from beta-carotenes) helps with:


  • The integrity of skin and mucous membranes (your protective “wall”).

  • Normal functioning of the immune system.



Will you get sick less just by drinking this smoothie?
I don’t have a magic wand, but I do know something: when you improve your overall nutrition, your body responds better.
This drink can be one piece of that puzzle.

4. Cholesterol and heart health


The soluble fiber in orange peel can:


  • Trap some cholesterol in the intestine.

  • Help eliminate it through stool.



It does not replace medication or doctor-prescribed diets.
But it supports a lifestyle that better cares for your heart.



Caution: natural doesn’t always mean harmless



Here comes my responsible psychologist side that stops the fantasy of “cures everything.”

1. Pesticides and chemicals
Peels concentrate more pesticide residues than pulp, especially in citrus fruits and vegetables.

To reduce risks:


  • Prefer organic fruits and vegetables when possible.

  • Wash well with water and brush. Just rinsing under the tap is not enough.

  • If you doubt the origin, remove part of the most damaged outer peel.



2. Sensitive stomachs
People with:


  • Irritable bowel syndrome.

  • Severe gastritis.

  • Chronic intestinal diseases.



May experience:


  • Gas.

  • Bloating.

  • Abdominal discomfort.



In these cases, I always say the same thing:
“Your body doesn’t lie. If something doesn’t agree with you, don’t force it just because it’s trendy”.
Talk to your doctor or nutritionist before adding very fibrous smoothies.

3. It’s not a “magical detox drink”

I see many messages like:
“Drink this and detox your liver in 3 days”.
No.
Your liver and kidneys already handle detoxification.

This drink can:


  • Provide antioxidants.

  • Improve your intestinal transit.

  • Create a healthy habit in your routine.



What it doesn’t do:


  • Does not erase weekend alcohol excesses.

  • Does not cure chronic diseases.

  • Does not replace a varied and balanced diet.



If you take medication, are pregnant, or have any serious condition, always consult a health professional before making big changes to your diet.



Less waste, more awareness (and better mood)



Here appears something that fascinates me as a psychologist:
When someone decides to use up instead of throwing away, something changes in their mind.

You stop seeing trash and start seeing resource.
That change, repeated every day, reinforces a powerful idea:
“I can do something positive with what I already have”.

On an ecological level:


  • You reduce the amount of organic waste you throw away.

  • You make better use of your purchase (in times of inflation, this matters a lot).

  • You connect more with the origin of your food.



On an emotional level:


  • You create a small self-care ritual.

  • You boost your self-esteem: you take care of yourself, your body, and your environment.

  • You break the inertia of “I don’t care, after all it’s just a peel.”



In a motivational talk about habits, an attendee told me:
“I started with the peel smoothie. Then I dared to separate waste. Then I cut down on sodas. And without realizing it, six months later I was a different person”.

The starting point?
Something as simple as looking differently at what used to be thrown away.

If you want to start today:


  • Choose an orange and a carrot.

  • Wash them carefully.

  • Prepare half a glass of smoothie.

  • Take note of how it sits with you, how you feel, and what that small decision awakens in you.



You don’t need perfection.
You need consistency and curiosity.

And while blending, ask yourself:
“What other things in my life do I treat like a peel that actually are worth much more?”

That’s where real change begins.





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