Nutrition: A Short Insight On Plantain
Plantain is a staple food that can be consumed boiled,fried, or roasted.Rice served without being accompanied by plantain is incomplete as plantain compliments Jollof/Fried/White rice and a majority of other dishes as well. It has such a pleasant and inviting aroma that is irresistible. There is this popular saying that it takes a brave and courageous person to fry a whole bunch of plantain without tasting any,that explains how sweet and tempting it is. Asides from being tasty, plantains are extremely rich in nutrients, vitamins and have health benefits, some of which are:
Digestion: They help in the regeneration of healthy tissues
tempting it is. Asides from being tasty, plantains are extremely rich in nutrients, vitamins and have health benefits, some of which are:
Digestion: They help in the regeneration of healthy tissues
Healthy pregnancy: They contain folic acid which is one of the acids essential for healthy pregnancy.
Eases menstrual Cramps: They contain properties which help to ease the discomfort that comes with the monthly menstrual cycle.
Eyesight support: They contain Vitamin A which helps support the eyesight and prevent certain eye conditions.
Strong Bones: They are rich in calcium and magnesium which is essential for strengthening the bones.
