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Are Mango peels eatable?

The majority of the antioxidants are in the skins of fruit and vegetables. Apples have pectin in the skin and I suspect the majority of the antioxidants of the tomato are in the skin also. The main reason folks peel their fruit and vegetables is to separate any pesticides from the meal. If they are washed properly there shouldn't be any reason not to eat the peels. I use my blender a lot to liquify my fruit and vegetables into smoothies. If the Mango peels are beneficial why not liquify them also. The seed inside the pit might also have have valuable minerals for health and fitness. It would seem the only thing to dispose of would be the stem and the hard woody pit. Orange peels are used to make marmalade so may-be they also are valuable resources or antioxidants. Through my blender liquifying these things with other tasty items any strong or bitter taste will be nullified. I do not add sugar or any artificial sweeteners. My goal is to have healthy smoothies rich in vitamins. minerals and antioxidants and proteins.Are there any peels or seeds of fruit or vegetables that are not eatable or toxic?

Update:

It seems that tropical fruit should be richer in antioxidants in their peels because they are grown closer to the equator in more direct sun light.

Update 2:

There isn't any best answers yet or any kind of logical answer yet just some folks who may not have even read the whole message.

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  • 10 years ago
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    I've eaten them with no ill effects.

  • 10 years ago

    I have eaten them. You just have to wash the fruit before eating it.

    Heck, I've eaten kiwi peels before. lol

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