Both the pulp and peel are rich in vitamin C and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus and potassium, as well as fiber and the powerful antioxidant quercetin.
Therefore, apple peel tea is able to achieve many of these benefits and is a great way to consume the fruit in a different way, especially on cold days.
Apple peel contains the highest amount of fiber in the fruit. It contains pectin, a type of fiber that acts as a prebiotic and helps your intestines function better. So, to get the most out of the benefits, the advice is, after making the tea, don’t throw away the peel, but eat it.
Apple fibers form a gel-like substance that directly protects the mucous membrane of the stomach. In this way, it relieves the characteristic discomfort of gastritis, which is inflammation of the stomach lining. And because it is a source of calcium, magnesium, and potassium, the fruit relieves the symptoms of acid reflux, a problem that occurs when stomach acid rises up into the esophagus.
The quercetin present in the fruit peel is also responsible for regulating the immune system and reducing inflammation in the body. Moreover, the peel is a source of vitamin C, which helps the body develop resistance and protects it from diseases such as influenza and colds.
To prepare the tea, clean the fruit well, peel it and put the peel in a pot with 300 ml of water. When it reaches the boiling point, turn it off, cover it and wait for it to steep for 15 minutes. Then drink.
