Comprising of a range of health benefiting nutrients, the humble banana will never be looked upon in the same way.
- Bananas contain high levels of tryptophan. These are converted to serotonin in the body which is also known as the good mood/good sleep neurotransmitter. Eating a banana before bed can aid sleep;
- Before a work out, eat 2 bananas. This will sustain your blood sugar levels and pack on that energy;
- Bananas are high in potassium. They support healthy blood pressure;
- Bananas are surprisingly rich in pectin therefore aid digestion. They can chelate heavy metals and toxins from the body;
- Very green bananas act as a probiotic ensuring healthy gut bacteria;
- Bananas coat the lining of the stomach against corrosive acids thereby relieving you of stomach ulcers;
- Bananas are high in antioxidants;
- The inside of a banana peel relieves itching and irritation caused my mosquito or other bug bites;
- Bananas are a natural antacid;
- Bananas are a great source of vitamin B’s as well as magnesium and potassium. They help support the withdrawal effects caused by quitting smoking.
Delicious Banana Recipes
Banana Chocolate Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1-2 frozen bananas
- ½ avocado
- 1 tsp cacao powder
- ½ - 1 tablespoon maple syrup (according to desired sweetness)
- Water and flesh from coconut
Banana Blueberry Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1-2 frozen bananas
- Handful blueberries
- ½ - 1 tablespoon maple syrup (according to desired sweetness)
- Water and flesh from coconut
Green Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2-3 leaves Kale
- 1-2 frozen bananas
- Squeeze lemon or lime juice
- ½ - 1 tablespoon maple syrup (according to desired sweetness)
- ½ - 1 cup almond milk
Instruction
- Blend and Serve.
