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Five Reasons to Eat the Peel

Five Reasons to Eat the Peel

The peel of fruit and vegetables is usually the most deeply colored and often the most nutritious part, but it is frequently discarded without regard for its nutritional value. Apples are among the most commonly peeled fruits, but the red skin contains polyphenol, an antioxidant that contributes to heart health. Most people now understand that eating the potato peel is the right thing to do, but misconceptions still exist for other popular fruit and vegetables.

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Morningstar’s Crazy-Easy Veggie and Chickpea Stew

Ingredients 2 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic 2 cups sliced button mushrooms 1 large white or Yukon Gold potato, cut into little cubes 1 large white onion 1 cup chopped or julienned carrots 1 cup chopped white or red cabbage 1tbsp cumin 1tbsp cinnamon 2 tbsp chili powder ½ tbsp ground coriander 1 tbsp

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