Though
Banana is not technically a tree, yet it is considered one because of its
structure and size. Offering prayers to the Banana tree is something which has
been carried out since time immemorial. Since life cannot exist without trees,
as a symbol of gratitude and gratification it is planted during Vaisakha, Magha
or Kartika Shukla Chaturdashi as a tradition. It is said that worshipping the
tree with flowers, fruits, etc. assures the welfare of the family. It not only
brings health benefits to the family but also brings prosperity and happiness
in the house. An instant energy booster, banana is
one fruit that is commonly available across the globe. In India, it is given
much importance where various regional cuisines use it in making sinful
desserts –
Kheer, malpua, halwa, payasam, sheera,
and paniyaram, to name a few. The raw fruit too is not left behind.
Cut into smaller chunks or thinly sliced using a mandolin, it gets used up in
making wafers, subzis, kebabs, pakoras, and the
famous curries of Kerala such as Avial and Kalan. If you travel
towards the East and the Northeast, you will come across it in the local
breakfast cereal, known as jolpan in
Assam, which usually contains puffed or sticky rice mixed with curd and jaggery,
and topped with banana pieces. It is a common feature in breakfast menus,
and it is definitely with good reason. It provides you instant energy to
kickstart your day, and is said to be very good for the stomach. Most natural
home remedies in India circling around an upset stomach, call for using bananas
as a remedy along with a few other ingredients. There are umpteen benefits of
banana that is should make you include the sweet and delicious fruit in your
diet today itself. A single piece of banana is said to contain only 90
calories, which also makes it a great (and healthy) snack to munch on rather
than sugar loaded goodies or deep-fried treats. Carry one in your Tiffin bag,
and you will be thanking your stars whenever a sudden hunger pang grips you.
Top 5
Benefits :-
1.
Skin moisturizer. Rich in potassium and moisture, it will hydrate and
moisturizes dry skin, making it soft and supple. If your skin is peeling and
dry, simply apply a banana face mask on your face. Get a small bowl, mash up a
ripe banana with the back of your fork, and apply to your face, avoiding the
area around your eye and mouth. Rinse with cold water after 10 to 15 minutes
and enjoy the soft feel of your skin.
2.
Oil control. If you've got oily greasy skin, use a simple banana
face mask with lemon juice and honey. Banana is a great exfoliator which helps
slough off excess sebum on skin surface. It also contains and contains
moisture, potassium, and vitamins E and C, which all promote clear glowing skin.
3.
Anti-aging effects. Bananas, also known as nature's botox, contain super
wrinkle fighting nutrients that helps fade age spots and prevent fine lines and
wrinkles from forming. Coupled with other wrinkle-busting kitchen ingredients,
you can gently nourish, exfoliate and protect mature skin. Slather on a thick
coat of a powerful anti aging banana face mask containing one mashed banana, 1
teaspoon orange juice, and 1 teaspoon thick yogurt.
4.
Treats acne. Banana and its peels are excellent homemade remedies
for treating acne and pimples. You can directly apply the inside of a banana
peel onto your acne to reduce inflammation and destroy bacteria. Also, use a
face mask with mashed banana, honey, and turmeric to brighten skin, reduce
acne, and moisturize your skin. Wash this off with cold water and pat your face
dry. Remember to be consistent to see results.
5.
Lightens dark spots. Whether it's acne scars, tiny moles, age spots, or
just dark spots that make your face dull, you can reduce them and even out
general skin discolorations by applying mashed banana onto your face at least
twice a week.
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