7 reasons you should never throw away potato peels

In Indian households, we have a habit of throwing away the peels of vegetables without realizing that they are a powerhouse of nutrients. Potato peel is the most common vegetable peel found in dustbins. For the uninitiated, potato peels have many disease-fighting abilities and are far more beneficial than the vegetable itself. Here's proof. (Image: istock)

They are rich in vitamin C and act as a potent antioxidant agent. Potato peels are also rich in calcium and B-complex vitamins that help strengthen the immune system. (Image: istock)

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Potato peels are rich in phytochemicals that act as powerful antioxidants. Also, they contain chlorogenic acid that protects the body against cancer. (Image: istock)

They are rich in fibre and antioxidants, polyphenols and glycoalkaloids that keep blood cholesterol under control. (Image: istock)

They are rich in potassium, which lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke. (Image: istock)

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Using them on the skin is considered healthy, as they contain antibacterial, phenolic, and antioxidant compounds that exert mild bleaching action, and lighten dark spots. (Image: istock)

They contain iron, potassium, magnesium, phosphorous, calcium, copper, and zinc. And all these together help maintain bone density and reduce the risk of osteoporosis in women. (Image: istock)

As per experts massaging the scalp with potato peel juice adds shine and luster to hair and also help them grow faster. (Image: istock)

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