Plantains look similar to bananas but are cooked before consumption. They’re not as sweet as bananas but still may be good for your heart and are high in antioxidants. Plantains have long been a staple in the African and Caribbean cuisine. Aside from their great flavor (which can be sweet or savory), plantains have a wealth of nutritional value. Including plantains in the diet can effectively treat and/or prevent numerous of diseases.
Plantains are a rich source of fiber, vitamins A, C, and B-6, and the minerals magnesium and potassium.
Plantains, which are in the same plant family as bananas, can’t be eaten raw.
Here are 3 ways it will benefit your day to day health.
1. Digestive health
Fiber is important because it promotes bowel regularity. Fiber softens your stool and increases its overall size and weight.
Large and heavy stools are much easier to pass and therefore prevent constipation.
Eating a high fiber diet may also reduce your risk of hemorrides. Fiber also increases fullness, slows digestion, and may help manage cholesterol.
2 .Weight management
Carbohydrates aren’t necessarily bad for weight management like most people believe. The fiber and starch found in plantains are complex carbs. Fiber and complex carbs are less processed and more slowly digested than the simple carbs found in processed foods. They keep you fuller and more satisfied for longer after a meal, which can mean less snacking on unhealthy foods.
3. Good for your heart
The high amount of potassium found in plantains is essential for maintaining the cell and body fluids that control your heart rate and blood pressure. Getting enough of potassium can help improve your blood pressure.
The fiber in plantains also helps. High fiber foods lowers blood cholostrol, reduces blood pressure and inflammation.
All the good reasons to consume plantain! Make sure to eat the cooked version more than the fried version. So you can benefit from all the nutrition.
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