Starwest Botanicals, Grapefruit, Peel, 1 lb Whole Herb

Botanical Name: Citrus paradisi

Origin: United States

Grapefruit peel is derived from citrus paradisi – the same common grapefruit that you have eaten at breakfast for years. It is not a true herbs, but rather the dried peelings that are commonly discarded as a waste product, used for commercial cattle feed, or converted into ethanol. Despite the fact that powder grapefruit peel is not particularly exotic nor glamorous like some wildcrafted herbs, it is nonetheless a very useful herbal supplement. Like other organic herbs, it can confer many health benefits.

Like its relatives, the orange, lemon, lime and kumquat, cut grapefruit peel is a rich source of Vitamin C and antioxidant nutrients. Using a lemon zester, grapefruit peel can be made into thin strips, cooked in a sugar syrup and made into a unique and actually nutritious form of candy that is not overly sweet and is fine for an after-dinner treat with strong black coffee. Grapefruit peel is also a rich source of pectin, which is used in the making of jams and other fruit preserves. Grapefruit peel derived from the pink and red varieties are particularly rich in the antioxidant known as lycopene, which is also found in tomatoes as well as other types of bulk organic herbs.

Packaging

1 lb Whole Herb in sealed bag

Suggested Use

Raw herbs do not contain dosage recommendations. We recommend you consult your own herbalist or healthcare provider.

Ingredients

Grapefruit Peel Whole Herb (Citrus paradisi)

Kosher Certified by Kosher Certification Services

About Starwest Botanicals

Starwest Botanicals started as a small retail herb shop in 1975 in Sacramento, California. The company grew rapidly on the strength of our commitment to provide value through a combination of quality products, excellent customer service, and fair prices. In 1979, Starwest built its first herb mill to have better control over the processing of herbs. In 1980, the company began importing herbs from several different countries and supplying manufacturers and wholesalers, while also supporting the fledgling organic herb industry. Today, Starwest Botanicals is one of the largest suppliers of organic herbs in the United States, with 85,000 sq. ft. of modern warehouse and production space and over one million pounds of herbs and spices in stock.

Safety

Do not use if pregnant or nursing. Keep out of reach of children. Please consult your health care provider if currently under care or treatment. Do not exceed recommended serving. See product packaging for additional safety information.

Disclaimer

Individual results may vary. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The statements on this website and all affiliates have not been evaluated by the FDA. Advice on treatment or care of an individual patient should be obtained through consultation with a trained health care practitioner.