Freeze-Dried Banana Powder

Vegan, Gluten-Free, Non-GMO, Raw

Fresh Equivalent

• 75g = 450g
• 300g = 1.8kg
• 600g = 3.6kg

Highlights

Good source of Potassium, Manganese, Magnesium
High in B6,
Rich in antioxidant
Good source of Vit C
Fair amount of Fibre, Folate, Phosphorus

Health Benefits

Helps the body’s circulatory system deliver oxygen to the brain and increase blood flow.
Lowers blood pressure
Promotes HEART health
Regulates blood GLUCOSE levels
Elevates MOODS (dopamine)
Perfect WORKOUT supplement
Improves DIGESTIVE Health
Reduces DAMAGE from free radicals
Promotes HEALTHY kidney function

Culinary Uses

Add to Smoothies | Juices | Milkshakes
Sprinkle on Cereals
Flavour Water | Cocktail | Tea Blends | Ice Creams
Mix in Sweet Sauces | Icing
Blend into Banana Bread | Pancake Batter
Flavour Plain Yogurt | Dessert Topping | Frosting
Add to Muffins | Cupcakes | Cookies

Health Benefits for Your Skin and Hair

Supports increase in COLLAGEN production (silica)
Helps reduce ACNE scars
Helps reduce INFLAMMATION
Assists in reducing WRINKLES and moisturising DRY skin
Helps prevent SCAR tissue from forming
Assists in treating BURNS and WOUNDS
Fades dark spots and blemishes
Prevents ageing

Cosmetic Uses

Face Masks | Moisturisers | Toner
Shampoo | Conditioner

Fun Facts

A cluster of banana is called a “hand”, while a single banana is called a “finger”
Bananas can float in water
Bananas grow on plants that are officially considered a herb!

Recipes

Food

Banana Smoothie

3 teaspoons banana powder
2 cups milk
½ cup peanut butter
1 tablespoon honey
Ice cubes

Combine in a blender until smooth and enjoy!

Easy Banana muffins (makes about 12 muffins)

1 ½ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 teaspoons banana powder
¾ cup white sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon baking soda
⅓ melted butter

Preheat oven to 175 degrees. Spray muffin pan with non-stick spray, Sift flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda. Set aside
Combine sugar, banana powder, egg and melted butter. Fold in the dry ingredients and pour into muffin tin. Bake for about 25-30 minutes.

Cosmetic

Moisturising Face Mask

1/4 cup plain yogurt, 2 tablespoons honey (a natural acne remedy), and 1½ banana powder.

Pimple Fighting Banana Face Mask

Combine 1 teaspoon banana powder, ½ teaspoon powdered turmeric, ½ teaspoon baking soda and enough water to make into a paste. If you have extra, don’t hesitate and keep it up to a week in the fridge. Apply to an already cleansed face. Keep on for about 15 minutes and rinse off with lukewarm water. Moisturise immediately to hydrate your skin as much as possible.

Nourishing Banana Face Mask

1 heaped teaspoon of banana powder, 3 tablespoons yoghurt, 1 tablespoon honey
Mix all ingredients into a smooth paste. Apply it to an already cleansed face. Keep for a minimum of 10 minutes. Rinse with lukewarm water.