What are kumquats good for, anyway?

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These strange citrus fruits sure do look adorable in the grocery aisle, but they’re much more than cute mini-oranges. This low-calorie option is rich in antioxidants, B-vitamins, flavonoids and minerals, making them the superstar of your fruit basket.

 

Unlike other citrus fruits, their peel is edible. It is also extremely nutritious: rich in antioxidants, fibre, and essential oils like limonene, pinene, a-bergamotene, caryophyllene, a-humulene and a-muurolene, the skin works wonders for your beauty regimen. These elements work together to promote collagen synthesis, anti-cancer activities, the prevention of arthritis and diabetes, digestive health, iron absorption, the elimination of constipation, the immune system, cell growth, and improved skin health.

 

Next time you’re out shopping, grab a bag of kumquats: they’re the perfect addition to any salad, breakfast dish, or smoothie.