Boost Your Smoothies and Baking with Banana Powder - Organic

Banana Powder - Organic front of bag image 1 lb

Banana Powder - Organic back of the bag image 1 lb

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Banana Powder - Organic back of bag image 5 lb

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Banana Powder - Organic

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About Product

Banana powder is made by low-temperature drying banana slices and grinding them into a fine powder.

The process of making banana powder dates back to the late 19th century when the fruit began to be exported from its native tropical regions to the rest of the world. Initially, the banana powder was used to preserve the fruit for extended periods, as keeping the fresh fruit from spoiling on long journeys was challenging.

In the early 20th century, banana powder became popular in quick bread recipes, as it was a quick and easy way to add a banana flavor to the mix.

Over the years, banana powder has become popular in many recipes, from breakfast cereals, smoothies, baking goods, snacks, and even ice cream.

While the primary use for banana powder is as a flavoring agent, it is also a source of dietary fiber, potassium, and other vitamins and minerals.

Some research suggests that Bananas may contain the following constituents:

Vitamins: Vitamin C, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B-6, Folate, Choline, Vitamin A (IU), Lutein & Zeaxanthin, Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol), Vitamin K (phylloquinone)

Minerals: Magnesium, Phosphorus, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium
Amino Acids: threonine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, cystine, phenylalanine, tyrosine, valine, arginine, histidine, alanine, aspartic acid, glutamic acid, glycine, proline, serine

This product is 100% natural and minimally processed. Taste, smell, texture, and color vary from batch to batch. Due to its nature, this powder tends to clump. If clumping occurs, lay the bag on a flat surface and place a towel over the bag. Then pound on the bag until the clumps break up. The towel will help protect the bag from damage.

Suggested Use: Mix 1 - 2 teaspoons with juice and yogurt or add to your favorite smoothie. Use to add flavor and nutrition to any recipe. Ideal for dry fruit preparations, powdered drinks, cake mixes, desserts, etc. Reconstituted powder with water at a 1:3 ratio and use as you would mashed bananas.
Botanical Name: Musa acuminata.
Other Names: Banana, Bananier Nain, Canbur, Curro, Platano, Guineo.

Parts Used: Whole Banana, no peel.

Ingredients: Raw Ripe Banana.

Origin: Grown and dried in Ecuador and packaged with care in Florida, USA.

Certifications: Certified USDA Organic.

How to Maintain Optimum Freshness

This product is packaged in airtight stand-up, resealable foil pouches for optimum freshness.
Once opened, push the air out of the pouch before resealing it to preserve maximum potency.
Keep your powder in a cool, dark, dry place.

This product is 100% natural and minimally processed:

Taste, smell, texture, and color vary from batch to batch. Go here to learn why our products may naturally vary.

The important protections we take to bring you safe and nutritious superfoods:

Please go here to discover the essential steps we take to deliver fresh, quality nutrition.

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* Product packaging, pictures, and origin may vary.

Sources & References

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2. Bazzano LA, He J, Ogden LG, Loria CM, Whelton PK. Dietary fiber intake and reduced risk of coronary heart disease in US men and women: the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey I Epidemiologic Follow-up Study. Arch Intern Med. 2003 Sep 8;163(16):1897-904. 2003.

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