Who doesn’t love bananas? They can not only be eaten raw but also, depending on the variety, poached, baked, or drizzled with caramel to make a sweet dessert. They are rich in potassium, vitamin C, and fiber and contain no sodium, fat, or cholesterol. It is a wonderful fruit because it helps the body defend itself, recover from infections, and support the synthesis of connective tissue.
It also helps the body to better absorb iron, which is necessary for blood formation. But the good news doesn’t stop there. Bananas promote muscle development, stimulate protein synthesis and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension and stroke. Bananas contain sucrose, fructose, and glucose, which provide energy. They also help in the formation of antibodies in the immune system and contribute to the proper functioning of the central nervous system. In addition, no other fruit contains as many easily digested carbohydrates like bananas, making them an ideal snack for dieters. Bananas are also useful for stomach upsets.
Ripe bananas are usually eaten plain, but making smoothies is also a way to enjoy this tropical fruit. If you freeze overripe bananas, you can make great smoothies that kids will love.
Here are some delicious banana smoothies you can make at home. The fruit itself is already very sweet and hardly needs any sweetener, but you can still sweeten it with a little sugar. You can also try using honey or maple syrup instead of sugar. You can add to or expand this recipe as you like and combine bananas with other fruits.
A very simple banana smoothie
This smoothie is very simple: all you need is a half-frozen banana, ice cubes, and 8 ounces of milk. Put it all in a blender or smoothie maker and puree until you get the right consistency. If you want a thicker smoothie, simply add more bananas.
Banana Smoothie
You’ll need 1 ripe banana (peeled and halved), 1 cup of ice, 1 cup of milk, 1 tablespoon of sugar, or 4-5 tablespoons of honey as a sweetener, 1 cup of yogurt and ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract. Place the sugar or honey, milk, yogurt, and ice in a blender or smoothie maker and puree well until no ice is left. Add the banana and vanilla extract and continue blending until you reach your desired consistency. Pour into a tall glass and serve immediately.
Tropical Banana Smoothie
In this recipe, we use top guavas juice. Look for low-calorie smoothies at the supermarket. Ingredients. 2 frozen bananas, 1 cup of guava juice, 1 cup of orange juice (preferably freshly squeezed), 1 cup of fat-free vanilla yogurt, a few ice cubes. Place all ingredients in a blender or smoothie maker and puree until smooth. Pour into a tall glass and serve.
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