CITRUS ZEST

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Here are 3 key lessons from the NutritionFacts.org blog post “Health Benefits of Citrus Zest”:

1. Citrus zest contains compounds beyond vitamin C that may protect DNA and support health.
   Research shows that agents like carotenoids in citrus (especially in the peel/zest) can boost DNA repair processes, helping cells cope with oxidative damage better than vitamin C alone. (NutritionFacts.org)

2. Eating whole citrus (including the peel) may offer more benefits than juice alone.
   While orange juice can reduce certain oxidative damage, concentrated juice without the peel doesn’t confer all benefits, and may even be linked with higher risk of some conditions; eating the whole fruit with its zest is more protective. (NutritionFacts.org)

3. Incorporating zest into meals adds both flavor and nutrients.
   Citrus zest is an easy way to boost intake of phytonutrients that may help lower cancer risk and improve overall health — plus zesting keeps more of the fruit’s benefits instead of discarding the peel. (NutritionFacts.org)

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