Dried Bananas (banana Chips)

Dried bananas are a product that is extremely convenient for intermediate meals, which is easily digested and satiated quickly. It is added to milk porridges, used to decorate desserts and pastries, and can be consumed directly on its own. Dried bananas are used to make exotic dishes and drinks, such as compotes, infusions, liqueurs, and sometimes added to salads and meat dishes.

Banana chips - preparation:

• by drying in a dehydrator;
• by drying in the oven;
• by sun drying;
• after frying in fat.

The result is crunchy and sweet.

Composition

100 grams of dried bananas contain the following amounts of vitamins and minerals, as the values ​​indicate the percentage of the daily norm for humans of the substances.

• B6 - 13%;
• C - 11%;
• B3 - 6%;
• V1 - 6%;
• PP - 4%.

• manganese - 78%;
• magnesium - 19%;
• potassium - 15%;
• honey - 10%;
• iron - 7%.

Useful properties of banana chips

Dried bananas are useful for athletes to recover after training. The fruits are rich in cellulose , which helps to normalize the work of the gastrointestinal tract.

• The activity of the cardiovascular system is improved

Banana chips contain magnesium, and it improves heart function. Potassium is important for muscle tone and heart rhythm.
There is no cholesterol in the natural dried product, so it can be consumed by people with poor blood clotting and by those who have had a stroke.

• The swellings are reduced

Potassium in dried bananas, along with phosphorus, acts as an electrolyte. The elements help maintain a normal fluid level in the body.

• The condition improves with PMS and pregnancy

It has been scientifically proven that vitamin B6 in dried bananas reduces the symptoms of PMS and toxicosis in pregnant women. Expectant mothers are advised to eat two fresh bananas or 20-35 grams of dried bananas daily.

• Strengthens immunity and improves vision

Vitamin A in the composition of the fruit improves eye health and strengthens the immune system. The product is not an allergen.

• Stomach activity is normalized

The cellulose in banana chips improves digestion, which reduces the risk of constipation. Bananas stimulate the production of barrier lubricant, which protects the stomach from acid erosion and bacterial pathogens.

Harm and contraindications

When consuming dried bananas, it should be known that their healing effect is present only with reasonable use. Excessive quantities can lead to:

• Gaining excess weight

Dried bananas should not be taken more often than 2-3 times a month, because otherwise there is a risk of weight problems. The high caloric content of the product leads to the appearance or increase of obesity, so the supporters of proper nutrition should switch to the consumption of fresh bananas.

• Deterioration of the heart and the condition of the blood vessels

Banana chips contain a lot of sugar, and this can lead to the development of cardiovascular disease. For the same reason, the level of triglycerides in the blood rises and diabetes develops.

The conclusion from all the above is that dried bananas:

• yield very little to fresh fruit in terms of useful elements;
• they are rich in vitamins and minerals;
• when consumed 2-3 times a month help for better functioning of the digestive and cardiovascular systems, vision, strengthen immunity and reduce swelling.
• they are suitable for a satisfying and pleasant snack, and in reasonable quantities will not harm health (similar properties are characterized by dried ginger and dates ).