Steemit Fruits & Veggies Monday - BanaNut Breakfast Smoothie Bowl
The Banana Boys is what our local Sharks Rugby team used to be called, as we live in the Banana Province known as Kwazulu Natal.
I'm sure by now you know that I've gone totally Bananas today;)
This fruit grow prolifically on the lower South Coast and one sees plantation after plantation on the drive down to the South Coast, which is very often as we just love that region and getting close to the sea!
One of my favourite sandwiches is a Peanut Butter and Banana Sandwich, really scrumptious and gives me the oomph to keep me going on a busy day!
We're in the midst of a REALLY hot and humid summer and another new favourite is-
A cool BanaNut Smoothie Bowl
What a delicious way to start my day; full of the goodness of:
- Frozen Bananas
- Frozen Pink Grapes
- Sugar free Peanut Butter
- Walnuts
- Flax Seeds
- Unsweetened Almond Milk
Blend all together till smooth and serve with Granola and fruit.
FUN FACTS ABOUT BANANAS
Did you know that Banana is the only tri-segmented fruit in the world?
Simply peel the Banana, push your finger into the top and it magically parts into three segments.
Bees going bananas - never take Bananas on a picnic especially if there are bees around;)
The reason is that just after a Bee has stung someone, it gives off a hormone that smells similar to Bananas and the rest of the swarm can go into attack mode!
This lone bee enjoying my ginger beer recently was soon joined by his friends so it was goodbye to my ginger beer ;)
NUTRITIONAL VALUE OF BANANAS
Bananas are loaded with Potassium which can help manage blood pressure and reduce the strain on the cardiovascular system.
Studies done in 2007 found that it may prevent wheezing in children with Asthma due to the antioxidant and potassium content in Bananas.
In 2004, researchers found that children who consumed bananas appeared to have a lower risk of developing leukemia. It may be due to the protein Lectin as well as the Vitamin C content, both having antioxidant properties.
Bananas contain fiber, potassium, folate and antioxidants such as vitamin C which all support heart health and improve Cholesterol.
Bananas are good for the digestive system as it contains both water and fiber.
Interestingly they are part of the BRAT diet which some doctors recommend for treating diarrhea as it replaces the nutrients lost. BRAT stands for bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast.
Bananas contain the amino acid Tryptophan which may help with preserving memory as well as boost a person's ability to learn and remember things, and regulate mood.
PS Almost forgot to tell you about this last banana fact;);)
The above facts come from a real interesting article by Medical News Today.
A quick look at this creamy and delectable breakfast smoothie with a nutty banana flavour!
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I learnt some new things about bananas. Didn't know about the tri-segmented thing and the magic trick that I could show my niece and nephew the next time we meet ;>)
The bee thing is also good to know.
Lovely pictures and recipes by the way!
I'm sure they'll be fascinated with the banana trick;)
Thank you for your lovely comments!
you're welcome :>)
Hey @lizelle! @porters here on behalf of @NaturalMedicine - How wonderful that you have an abundance of those delicious and beneficial bananas growing in your part of the world. Sounds like a wonderful recipe for you hot summer days! Thanks so much for sharing your recipe and all the information about bananas too!
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Thank you so much Lena!
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Wow! How delicious everything looks. The presentation of your dishes is so beautiful that it invites you to try those delicacies. Simple and healthy ways to benefit from the nutritional advantages of the banana.
Well done, @lizelle! A warm greeting from me to you from this side of the world.
Thank you so very much for your lovely feedback, warm greetings right back to you as well!
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I adore bananas and peanut butter together! Well, pretty much peanut butter on anything. ;) This smoothie bowl looks like pure heaven to me. I still have yet to make a bowl like this because I usually get too impatient and just drink the smoothie as is, but maybe once the warm weather hits here I'll finally give it a go!
It was delicious indeed, perfect for summertime! We're having an exceptionally hot summer here! Hubby even loves eating peanut butter by the spoonful;);)
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Oh my dear! This smoothie bowl looks amazing @lizelle :) Beautiful ingredients and your presentation is perfect! Love it!
Thank you my friend, it really kept me going for quite a while! Very filling with the Peanut Butter I think.
Wonderful post as always @lizelle
Thank you so much @pandamama!
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delicious breakfast that gives power!
It certainly does, thanks @proanima!
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Wow looks beautiful @lizelle! I love the spiraling of the pb :)
Thank you so much @heart-to-heart!
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