Most people eat only pulp (interiors) of dragon fruit and throw the outer peel. But do you know that the peel of this fruit is also very beneficial for health? According to experts, dragon fruit peels contain a variety of nutrients and antioxidants that can be beneficial for the body. If you have been throwing it as useless till now, then the time has come that you look at it a little carefully. Let’s know some of its special benefits that you may not have heard before.
Helpful in anti-aging
The antioxidants present in the peel of dragon fruit protect the skin cells from free-radicals, causing wrinkles and aging symptoms to be late. It keeps the skin young and shiny.
Makes the skin shiny
According to experts, its peel contains good amount of vitamin C, which helps to increase the glow of the face. If you want, you can make a paste and use it as a face pack.
Pimples
Dragon fruit peel has anti-bacterial properties, which help reduce pimples and acne by removing impurities from the skin. It keeps the skin clean and healthy.
Relief from sunburn
If your skin is scorched with sunburn, its bark can help in cooling and reduce irritation. Make a gel or paste and apply it on the skin, it provides coolness.
