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Bananas are a healthy choice of fruit because they are rich in potassium, fibre, and other important nutrients. Although they are sometimes disregarded, raw bananas provide a number of health advantages. According to nutritionist Lovneet Batra health benefits of the green banana may surprise you as they are loaded with vital minerals.

One of the most well-known dietitians, Lovneet Batra, uploaded a photo on Instagram with the remark, "Do not judge a book by its cover! The advantages of green bananas may surprise you." So here we have listed below some wonderful and unexpected advantages of including green bananas in your diet.

Filled With Antioxidants

Antioxidants found in green bananas are abundant, shielding the body from free radicals and enhancing cell health. They contain phytonutrients like vitamin C and beta-carotene that fight inflammation and improve general health.

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Heart-Health Enhancing

Dr Lovneet highlighted how green bananas are packed with heart-healthy vitamins and minerals. Resistant starch in raw bananas helps maintain appropriate blood sugar levels and works as a natural vasodilator for blood pressure control and muscle contraction.

Suitable For Diabetes

Compared to yellow bananas, green bananas are less sweet and have less sugar. Raw bananas have more resistant starch, which supports normal blood sugar levels. Green bananas that are not quite ripe have a low glycemic index score of 30 as well.

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Assists In Weight Loss

Green bananas can aid in appetite suppression. Its high fiber content also encourages satiety, which lowers daily calorie intake.

Improved Digestion

According to Dr Lovneet, green bananas’ abundant phenolic chemicals, which have potent bioactivities like anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and cardiovascular disease benefits, can help restore normal bowel function. They also have a prebiotic action that enables them to endure in the stomach and develop good bacteria for a healthy gut.

Dr Lovneet also discussed when and how to eat green bananas in the closing remarks. She added in her caption, "You may cook green banana curry, green banana chips, green banana porridge, or make a green banana mash."

 

(Disclaimer: These opinions are of the dietician. Jagran English does not confirm its accuracy for all individuals. Please consult a doctor or dietician before following any tips or suggestions.)

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