On average, Mexicans consume 19.7 kilos of banana a year. This fruit is basic in the diet given its low price, pleasant taste, availability throughout the year and its nutritional value. Even, its shell that is edible is full of nutrients and benefits for your health.
The nutritional value of the Banana peels is high. It provides potassium, iron, vitamin B6, C, K. They are also rich in antioxidants, manganese, fiber, biotin and copper.
It is good for the health of your eyes
The banana peel is rich in beta-carotene (which gives it the yellow color), essential nutrient the formation of vitamin A that the body needs for the health of the eyes. It also functions as a protector of the retina, as evidenced by research led by the Faculty of Medicine of theIslamic University of Sultan Agung in Indonesia.
Eliminates warts
One of the home remedies to end the unsightly warts is with the banana peel. The best ones are green or slightly yellow-green. The moisture softens the wart, allowing its enzymes to kill the viruses.
In addition to consuming it, follow this method. Cover the wart with a piece of the peel, when it dries, replace the banana skin. Repeat the process as many times as necessary.
Relieves constipation
If you have digestive problems definitely the banana peel is one of the foods that you should consume. Its abundant dietary fiber stimulates intestinal movements, improving the digestion and absorption of fats and carbohydrates.
Strengthen your bones
According to an article published in the Journal of Physiology and Biochemistry, both the pulp and the banana skin contain abundant fructooligosaccharides. These carbohydrates stimulate the production of probiotics and improve the body's ability to absorb calcium.
The banana peel also has anti-inflammatory properties that relief pain and swelling from insect or plant bites. It even works as a repellent to keep mosquitoes away.
You can achieve multiple combinations in food preparation. You can eat them raw, although their flavor is dry. Boil the skin for 10 minutes or more before eating; liquefy it or mix it with other fruits. Before you eat it, it is essential that you disinfect it.
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