According to statistics, on average we throw away around 30% of the food we buy. It’s no surprise that few people wonder whether banana peels should be thrown in the trash.
However, there are plenty of reasons not to do it – it turns out there are plenty of ways to use it, and some of them will definitely surprise you!
Make Vegan Bacon
Remember how Kevin Spacey, who plays the alien in the movie Planet Ka-Pax, ate a banana straight from the peel? It turns out that we all laughed at him in 2001 in vain – now vegans are preparing an analogue of bacon from banana peels: they first marinate it in soy sauce with smoked paprika, maple syrup and garlic, then fry it.
Polish your leather shoes
Bananas contain potassium, and it’s not just the human body that needs it. This substance, along with the natural oils found in the fruit, will help your shoes look better – peel the inside of the skin from the fibers and wipe your boots and shoes with it (just keep in mind that this method does not does not work with suede and patent leather).
Whiten teeth
Potassium can whiten teeth, and calcium and vitamin D, also found in bananas, will help strengthen them. So cut the skin into small pieces and throw it in the refrigerator. Remove them one by one in the evening and polish the inside of your teeth for a few minutes, then brush them as usual.
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Get rid of the itch
Banana has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effects, so its peel can be used if you do not have a cream on hand that can relieve itching caused by mosquito bites. Wash the bite area, then wipe it with the inside of the skin – relief is guaranteed!
Make vinegar from banana peels
It is ideal for salad dressing because it has a sour taste with a slight bitterness and pronounced sweetness.
Get rid of bags under your eyes
Do you know what wine and banana peels have in common? Both contain tannins, known as a very effective remedy for bags and dark circles under the eyes. Using the peel is very simple: place it on your closed eyelids, like cucumber slices, and sit with it for 10-15 minutes.
Make tea
Studies show that it helps you fall asleep. The fact is that banana peels contain magnesium, which has a relaxing effect. Of course, you will have to tinker: first, the skin must be put in the freezer, then defrosted and dried in the oven (this will take an hour), then ground into powder.
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Source: The Voice Mag
Ben Stock is a lifestyle journalist and author at Gossipify. He writes about topics such as health, wellness, travel, food and home decor. He provides practical advice and inspiration to improve well-being, keeps readers up to date with latest lifestyle news and trends, known for his engaging writing style, in-depth analysis and unique perspectives.
