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Banana stem juice

Can Eat 0

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has a little astringent and bitter to taste.

Usage Tips

  1. Banana stem juice can be served chilled on a summer day.

Description

Banana stem juice is a pale, slightly yellowish juice obtained from banana stems. Banana stems are soaked in water to soften and blended in a mixer or blender. The fibers can be separated using a fine mesh sieve, leaving only the juice. Few drops of lemon juice, a pinch of salt and some sugar can be added to the juice and served as a beverage. Banana stem juice acts as diuretic, beneficial for flushing out toxins from the body and cleansing the urinary tract. Banana stem has a cooling effect on body and hence is recommended in tropical climates.

Health benefits

  • Banana stem juice is high in fibre and low in calories, keeping the body feel full for a long time, promoting weight loss.(1)
  • The fibre in it also helps to slow down the release of sugar and fats stored in the body’s cells.(1)
  • It can help to improve digestion and aids in regular bowel movement.(1)
  • It has diuretic properties that can help to reduce the size of kidney stones and can also help pass or dissolve kidney stones.(1)

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