Tag: Orange peel fiber

According to several studies, dried orange peel can contain a significant percentage of cellulose, with some analyses reporting levels as high as 69% in certain processing contexts. This high content is a major reason why orange peel is being explored for industrial applications like bioplastics and bioethanol production.

Did you know the average medium orange contains around 3 to 4 grams of dietary fiber? While the juicy pulp contains some, the highest concentration of fiber in an orange is actually located in the often-overlooked pith and peel, making the whole fruit a more powerful nutritional source than its juice.