Green Extraction of Orange Peel Waste Reduces TNFα-Induced Vascular Inflammation and Endothelial Dysfunction

Leo C.H. · Antioxidants · 2022 · 19 citations

Orange peel waste isn't just trash—it's a treasure trove of anti-inflammatory compounds that could protect your blood vessels. A new green extraction method turns this food waste into a potential therapy for vascular health.

Every year, mountains of orange peels are discarded as food waste. But beneath that bright, bitter exterior lies a chemical goldmine: polyphenols, including flavonoids, known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory powers. Scientists are now asking: can these 'wastes' be repurposed to protect our endothelial cells—the delicate lining of our blood vessels?

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