Green bananas are full of fiber which is good for people with digestive and bowel problems
Macrobiotic Nutritionist and Health practitioner Shilpa Arora says, “Green bananas are full of fiber with are good for people with digestive and bowel problems. It is especially beneficial for people with IBS and constipation. It is loaded with potassium, which acts as a vasodilator. Potassium helps in regulating blood pressure levels. It is a powerhouse of nutrients, that works effectively for diabetics. It enables the slow release of sugar.
Full of Fibre: Green bananas are an excellent source of fiber. Fibers play an essential role in ensuring digestive health as well as our heart health. About 100 grams of banana has 2.6 grams of fiber. Fibers add bulk to the stool, aiding bowel regularity, and facilitating smooth digestion.
Good for Heart: Just like ripe bananas, green bananas are extremely rich in potassium. You would be surprised to know that a 1-cup serving of boiled green bananas contains 531 milligrams of potassium. Potassium plays an essential role in proper kidney function. Potassium is also a vasodilator, which helps in ensuring that the blood pressure levels are in check.
Excellent Source Of Vitamins: Green bananas are a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals. In addition to potassium, raw bananas are a rich source of vitamin C and vitamin B6. It also facilitates the absorption of essential minerals and nutrients, especially calcium.
Good for diabetics: Raw bananas have low sugar content. Its glycemic index is 30. Foods that are low on glycemic index 55 or less are digested, absorbed, and metabolized slowly, thereby ensuring there is no sudden surge in blood sugar levels. Raw bananas are also rich in dietary fibers which is also a highly recommended nutrient for diabetics.
Good Source of resistant starch: Raw bananas are a good source of resistant starch. Resistant starch is a type of starch that isn’t fully broken down and absorbed by your body during the time of digestion. It is turned into short-chain fatty acids by intestinal bacteria. Resistant starch helps keep cholesterol in check.
Sources:
- https://youtu.be/DLuXBHd1Ifs
- https://food.ndtv.com/food-drinks/7-amazing-green-banana-benefits-you-may-not-have-known-1839150
- https://www.myrecipes.com/extracrispy/what-is-green-banana-flour
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