What happens if a human eats a banana peel?
Banana peels are packed with polyphenols, carotenoids, and other antioxidants that fight cancer-causing free radicals in your body. Eating more banana peels, especially green, unripe peels, can increase your antioxidant levels and help reduce your risk of cancer.
Why can't we eat banana peels?
There are some potential risks to eating banana peels. βThey can be contaminated with dirt, microorganisms (like bacteria) or fertilizer,β Amidor says. βIt is recommended to wash banana peels under cool, running water to remove any dirt, debris, microorganisms and anything else that may be on the peel.β
Why do banana peels taste bad?
Banana peels contain a high concentration of a type of chemical compound called tannins. These compounds are highly astringent and bitter tasting.
What are the disadvantages of eating banana peel?
While this shouldn't be a concern if you only eat fruit, be careful when eating the peel. Pesticide exposure can have adverse health effects and increase the risk of diseases such as autism, cancer, high blood pressure, diabetes and dementia.
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Does banana peel whiten teeth?
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