Health uses Of Banana
Flower
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| Banana Flower |
White
flowers. Along with dietary fibers, proteins and unsaturated fatty acids,
banana flowers are also rich in vitamin E and flavonoids. They are part of many
cuisines in the world. They also possess immense medicinal value. However,
there is no scientific information to determine the side effects and drug
interactions of banana flower. It should, thus, be used only under the
supervision of a doctor.
banana flowers have tremendous nutritional value, being a good
source of fiber and protein. The flowers contain a class of phytochemicals
known as. Saponins lower LDL ,or bad cholesterol, boost our immunity against
infection and are thought to inhibit the growth of cancer cells. They also have
antioxidant activity and so can reduce our risk of chronic
diseases including cardiovascular disease.
Banana flowers are also an excellent
source of. These phytochemicals found in
many plant based foods help prevent damage to DNA cells by neutralizing free
radicals. They also help lower cholesterol, are anti-inflammatory, anticancer
and anti-aging.
Banana Flower:
The banana flower grows at the end of a bunch of bananas. It is a leafy maroon colored cone with cream colored florets layered inside. These florets need to be cleaned well before they are cooked as a vegetable. The banana flower is rich in vitamins, flavonoids and proteins.
The banana flower grows at the end of a bunch of bananas. It is a leafy maroon colored cone with cream colored florets layered inside. These florets need to be cleaned well before they are cooked as a vegetable. The banana flower is rich in vitamins, flavonoids and proteins.
The flower has been
used in traditional medicine to treat bronchitis,
constipation and ulcer problems. It eases menstrual cramps. The extracts of banana flower have antioxidantproperties that prevent free radicals and control cell and
tissue damage.
The peel of this type of bananas is a maroon
red color and they are plumper than normal bananas. They are also highly
nutritious - the vitamin C content depends on how red the banana is. The
potassium content is high - more or less like the yellow bananas. The flavor of
red bananas is unique and they are delicious and rare.
Banana Plant Leaves:
In India and Asia, banana leaves are used like aluminum foil. They are used to wrap food prior to steaming and grilling. The leaf makes an excellent platter and food served on these leaves tastes delicious. The leaves are not eaten but while steaming food some of the polyphenolsare imparted to the food.
In India and Asia, banana leaves are used like aluminum foil. They are used to wrap food prior to steaming and grilling. The leaf makes an excellent platter and food served on these leaves tastes delicious. The leaves are not eaten but while steaming food some of the polyphenolsare imparted to the food.
Health Benefits
- Banana flower is known to help increase progesterone hormone which reduces bleeding during menstruation. Thus, for people suffering from painful menstruation and excess bleeding, having cooked banana flower with curd or buttermilk is beneficial.
- It is considered to be a good source of vitamin A and C.
- It is traditionally believed to be beneficial as a lactating agent.
