Nutritionists discuss the health benefits and risks of eating fruit peels

Nutritionists highlight that many fruits and vegetables offer significant health benefits when consumed with their peels, as the skins are often rich in nutrients. While some items like kiwi, tomatoes, citrus, potatoes, and carrots provide increased nutritional value when eaten whole, others should be avoided.

Specifically, the skin of a kiwi provides five distinct health advantages, including increased fiber intake which promotes healthy digestion through soluble and insoluble fibers. Additionally, the peel contains antioxidants that support the immune system and heart health by protecting cells against free radicals.

However, certain fruits contain risks; for instance, the skins of mangoes and cashews contain allergenic or toxic compounds and should not be consumed. In Portugal, cashew is typically consumed in a dried form.