Kela Phool Sabji: Nature’s gift is banana flower vegetable, body will be fit in every season, know recipe – Bihar News

Samastipur: Banana is a major crop in many parts of Bihar and eastern India, but its flowers are still used limited. Usually, farmers throw banana flowers at the time of harvesting. While it is full of nutrition. Vegetable or bhaji made of banana flowers is not only delicious. Rather it can also protect our body from many serious diseases. Mineral elements like phosphorus, calcium, potassium, magnesium, copper and iron present in it provide complete nutrition along with strengthening the body. Especially during the monsoon season, its intake helps to give energy to the body, eradicate fatigue and increase immunity.

The store of medicinal properties hidden in banana flower

Experts believe that banana flower is a rich source of vitamin-C and antioxidants, which prevents cells in the body from damage. It acts as a natural detox agent and purifies the body from within. According to agricultural scientists, many types of recipes are prepared from banana flowers. Such as pakoras, vegetables, decoctions, and soup. It has been traditionally used in Bihar and Bengal. The availability of its flowers is now increasing in the markets, due to which the common people have started including it in their diet.

Helpful in fighting diabetes and infection

Dr. Rajendra Prasad, a scientist of Central Agricultural University Pusa, Dr. Sanjay Kumar Singh says that banana flower increases immunity. Ethanol -rich extracts found in it are helpful in preventing the development of bacteria in the body. It also plays an effective role in the control of diabetes. Research also shows that its regular intake reduces mental stress and improves mood. It is also very beneficial in terms of women’s health. It is beneficial for pregnant women and helps reduce bleeding after delivery.

Iron, digestion and hormone are helpful in balance

Consumption of banana flowers is beneficial not only for the youth, but also for the elderly. This slows down the aging process. Helps in maintaining hormonal balance in women. It improves digestion. Improves the functionality of the kidneys and increases the level of iron in the body, which relieves the problem of anemia. Also, it also reduces joint pain and other related problems by controlling the level of uric acid. In today’s time when people are looking for healthy and natural options. In such a situation, banana flower can become a cheap, accessible and nutritious option.