Banana fruit powder – Musa spp

Bananas, from various varieties of the Musa genus, are grown in tropical areas around the world. Renowned for their nutrient richness, bananas are presented here in pure powder form, without additives, for long-term storage and convenient integration into various recipes and treatments.

Description

Fine beige to light yellow powder with a mild, sweet, and fruity flavor. Dissolves easily in warm liquids and adds a pleasant flavor to solid or liquid preparations. Light, non-granular texture.

Nomenclature

• Common names: Banana, banana powder
• Latin name: Musa spp
• Family: Musaceae
• Part used: Fruit
• Form: Powder
• Origin: India, Ecuador, Cameroon, Philippines
• English name: Banana powder
• German name: Banana powder
• Name in Spanish: Polvo de plátano
• Name in Italian: Banana powder
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق الموز (Mas'houq al-Mawz)

Main virtues

Banana powder is known for its nourishing and remineralizing properties. It is valued as a source of potassium, gentle carbohydrates, and natural vitamins. It is also used in treatments for sensitive skin or dry hair.

Main constituents

Natural sugars (glucose, fructose), potassium, magnesium, vitamin C, vitamin B6, resistant starch, soluble fiber.

Use and dosage

• Drink: 1 to 2 teaspoons in 200 ml of warm water or vegetable milk, to drink at breakfast.
• Cooking: as a partial replacement for sugar or flour in desserts, pancakes, smoothies, energy bars.
• Cosmetic: as a softening face mask (mixed with clay or plant-based yogurt).

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Close tightly after use to avoid moisture.
• Suitable for the whole family, except for specific allergies.
• Do not consume in excess on a strict low-carb diet.

History and origin

The banana is one of the oldest fruits cultivated by man. Native to Southeast Asia, it has spread throughout tropical regions. Dried and processed into powder, it allows for optimal preservation and practical use in traditional and modern cultures.

Miscellaneous information

• Storage: away from heat and humidity, close tightly after opening.
• Packaging: lined kraft bag, airtight jar, opaque box.
• Appearance: Fine, light yellow powder.
• Smell: fruity, sweet, typical of ripe banana.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Atlas of Tropical Food Plants
• Culinary traditions of Asia and West Africa
• FAO agrifood technical sheets

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