Orange Peel
Description
Orange peel is the rind of the citrus fruit called the orange. This rind can be grated and used as a seasoning to enhance the flavor of foods in:
Weight Reduction Diet
Mild Sodium Restriction Diet
Moderate Sodium Restriction Diet
Severe Sodium Restriction Diet
It is also used medicinally in two forms:
Bitter Orange Peel Citrus aurantium
Caloric Content
| 1 | |
| Calories: | - |
| Protein: | .03 gm |
| Carbohydrates: | .50 gm |
| Fiber: | - gm |
| Total fats: | .00 gm |
| Saturated fats: | 0 gm |
| Unsaturated fats: | .002 gm |
| Cholesterol: | 1 mg |
1. 1 teaspoon
Vitamin Content
| 1 | USRDA | |
| Vitamin A: | 8 | 5000 IU |
| Thiamine: | .002 | 1.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-2: | .002 | 1.7 mg |
| Vitamin B-6: | .004 | 2.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12: | 0 | 6 mcg |
| Biotin: | - | 300 mcg |
| Niacin: | .018 | 20 mg |
| Pantothenic Acid: | .010 | 10 mg |
| Folic acid: | - | 400 mcg |
| Vitamin C: | 2.7 | 60 mg |
| Vitamin E: | - | 30 IU |
1. 1 teaspoon
Mineral Content
| 1 | USRDA | |
| Calcium: | 3 | 1000 mg |
| Copper: | - | 2 mg |
| Iron: | .02 | 18 mg |
| Magnesium: | 0 | 400 mg |
| Manganese: | - | n/a mg |
| Phosphorus: | 0 | 1000 mg |
| Potassium: | 4 | n/a mg |
| Selenium: | - | n/a mcg |
| Sodium: | 0 | n/a mg |
| Zinc: | - | 15 mg |
1. 1 teaspoon
Amino Acid Content
| 1 | |
| Tryptophan: | - gm |
| Threonine: | - gm |
| Isoleucine: | - gm |
| Leucine: | - gm |
| Lysine: | - gm |
| Methionine: | - gm |
| Cysteine: | - gm |
| Phenylalanine: | - gm |
| Tyrosine: | - gm |
| Valine: | - gm |
| Arginine: | - gm |
| Histidine: | - gm |
| Alanine: | - gm |
| Aspartic acid: | - gm |
| Glutamic acid: | - gm |
| Glycine: | - gm |
| Proline: | - gm |
| Serine: | - gm |
1. 1 teaspoon
References
U.S. Department of Agriculture. Composition of Foods: Fruits and Fruit Juices-Raw-Processed-Prepared. Washington D.C. 1982.
Bitter Orange Peel (Medicinal)
Bitter Orange Peel
Citrus aurantium
Botanical Description
Family
Rutaceae
Common Names
Bigarade Orange
Bitter orange peel
Neroli
Orange
Habitat
A native of Asia it is now widely cultivated in the Mediterranean.
Description
Resembling the sweet orange, however, Bitter Orange peel tends to be thick and the fruit pulp is acid.
Medicinal Parts
Dried flowers may also be used.
Bitter Orange peel, devoid of the white pulp layer.
Pharmacopeial: Aurantii pericarpium
Historical properties & Uses
Preparations of orange flower and orange flower oil are used as a preventive measure for gastric and nervous complaints, gout, sore throat and as a sedative for nervous tension and insomnia.
Bitter orange peel has approval status by the German Commission E for loss of appetite (see appetite disorders) and dyspepsia.
References:
Blumenthal, M (Ed.): The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. American Botanical Council. Austin, TX. 1998.
Method of Action
Bitter orange peel contains essential oil and bitter principles.
Drug Interactions & Precautions
There are no known drug interactions.
Safety factors & Toxicity
There are no contraindications known.
Photosentization is possible, especially in fair-skinned individuals.
The volatile oil, upon contact with the skin, may also irritate the skin.
Preparation & Administration
This herb has approval status by the German Commission E.
Recommended daily dosages in Germany are as follows:
4 - 6 g herb taken as a tea.
2 - 3 g tincture.
1 - 2 g extract.
References:
Blumenthal, M (Ed.): The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. American Botanical Council. Austin, TX. 1998.
Note: This Herbal Preparation information is a summary of data from books and articles by various authors. It is not intended to replace the advice or attention of health care professionals.
General References:
Blumenthal, M (Ed.): The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. American Botanical Council. Austin, TX. 1998.
Gruenwald, J, Brendler, T & Jaenicke, C (Eds.): PDR for Herbal Medicines. Medical Economics, NJ. 1998.
Sweet Orange Peel (Medicinal)
Sweet Orange Peel
Citrus sinensis or Citrus dulcis
Botanical Description
Family
Rutaceae
Common Names
China Orange
Orange peel
Sweet Orange
Habitat
Subtropical regions of the world.
Description
An evergreeen tree with a rounded crown bearing the sweet orange fruit.
Medicinal Parts
Fresh or dried outer peel of ripe fruits, excluding the white pulp.
The peel also produces an essential oil.
Historical properties & Uses
This herb has approval status by the German Commission E for loss of appetite (see appetite disorders).
References:
Blumenthal, M (Ed.): The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. American Botanical Council. Austin, TX. 1998.
Method of Action
Orange peel contains essential oil and bitter principles.
Drug Interactions & Precautions
There are no known drug interactions.
Safety factors & Toxicity
There are no known contraindications or side effects.
Preparation & Administration
This herb has approval status by the German Commission E.
Recommended daily dosages in Germany are as follows:
10 - 15 g of the herb.
References:
Blumenthal, M (Ed.): The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. American Botanical Council. Austin, TX. 1998.
Note: This Herbal Preparation information is a summary of data from books and articles by various authors. It is not intended to replace the advice or attention of health care professionals.
References:
Blumenthal, M (Ed.): The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. American Botanical Council. Austin, TX. 1998.
Gruenwald, J, Brendler, T & Jaenicke, C (Eds.): PDR for Herbal Medicines. Medical Economics, NJ. 1998.
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