Many people, al Consume bananasThey choose to throw the shells in the trash. Actually, this residue hides a wealth of properties that can be useful for multiple purposes.
It can be useful for both home remedies to an ally in gardening, according to Jennifer Samayoa, Naturopath and specialist in the field.
Among its properties are: calcium, potassium and Magnesium, which are minerals that are part of the most important electrolytes for the functioning of the human body. The tryptophan amino acid is also present, which is essential for the growth and production of neurotransmitters.
In addition, it is rich in fiber and high in Antioxidants. Another of its benefits is that it contains Vitamins A, B6 and C. They also contain flavonoids, carotenoids and tannins, which are nutrients found in some fruits and vegetables.
Benefits of the banana peel
According to Samayoa, these are its little known uses:
- Help digestion and improve intestinal transit: Because it contains a significant amount of fiber promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria for the intestine.
- Antioxidant properties: It includes active compounds that fight free radicals, reducing the risk of chronic diseases, cancer or heart problems, as well as premature aging.
- Cholesterol, glucose and blood pressure regulation: Its content of potassium and soluble fiber delays the absorption of fats and food sugars. In this way, it helps reduce cholesterol and avoids the increase in blood sugar.
- Anti -inflammatory, analgesic and antibacterial properties: It contains essential minerals such as magnesium, potassium and calcium that help relieve muscle aches.
- Weight loss: Prolongs the feeling of satiety and reduces hunger due to its high amount of fiber, which also contributes to better digestion and optimal intestinal transit, reducing inflammations and fluid retention.
It is also a great ally to help people improve their sleep quality, Add Samayoa. The shells contain an essential amino acid for the production of serotonin, which is a neurotransmitter that acts directly in the central nervous system to control the dream.
In addition to health benefits, the peel is an excellent natural puller. Rubing the shell on surfaces to shine is another of its functions. Applying on the skin can also be an insect repellent such as mosquitoes and ants.
They can also be used as fertilizer to promote plant growth. By cutting them into small pieces and placing them between the earth, around plants, they can become an organic fertilizer that provides potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and other important minals.
How to keep the banana peel
The conservation of the shells, explains Samayoa, depends on the use they want to give. The options are as follows:
- In the refrigerator for cosmetic or medicinal uses: It can be stored inside a hermetic container or bags, up to a maximum of 5 days.
- Dehydrated or dried in the oven: Once dry the shells are stored in a glass jar with cover and can be used to make infusions or crushed for seasoning. In this way they can last several months.
- Frozen for smoothies or use in recipes: The shells should be cut into pieces and save in a bag inside the freezer, in this way they retain their properties for up to 3 months.
- Fermented for liquid fertilizer: It is necessary to place the shells in a bottle with water and cover, leave for three days and use the water to fertilize the plants.