Bananas are a true superfood in every sense. In fact, a lot of gym-goers prefer to have a glass full of banana smoothie before or after a grueling workout. A lot of athletes too, prefer to have a banana on the go. Plus, it makes for such a tasty fruit!

Had simply, in its original form or topped off in dishes and shakes, there is no denying that bananas make for an excellent addition to your diet, especially for those who are on the lookout for a simple weight loss plan. They are loaded with good digestive enzymes that fuel up the system, recharge the metabolism and also have the ability to satiate you, which can cut down on untimely hunger pangs and stop you from overeating. It also raises the production of dopamine in the body, which keeps you more energized to workout!

Bananas also release energy slowly in the body and fuel your exercise. It is also an excellent source of potassium, which ensures that your skeletal and heart muscles keep flexing and contracting while you workout. They also contain a good source of potassium and fiber content in them which helps in regulating body fat, fight toxins actively and recharge the body to fight away the free radicals in the body.

Well, what if we told you, there is another secret health benefit of the fruit-something that's hiding in its peels?

Yes, before you decide to simply throw away the peels after eating the pulpy fruit inside, think twice. Eating the peels can actually accelerate your weight loss mission in an easier way! Banana peels not just cut out on food wastage, but can also help you ditch the flab a little faster!

According to Australian dietician Susie Bowell, banana peels can be an easy way to lose weight and if consumed regularly, it can provide ample nourishment, specifically to trim down your waistline. Detailing the benefits of the same in a study, Bowell mentioned that eating the peels in any form can increase your overall fiber content (by at least 10%), which is a good addition. Plus, the skin also guarantees a whopping 20% more vitamin B6, vitamin C, potassium and magnesium content, supporting the fact that it is full of nutrition. With the fiber, you stand to regulate your digestion and smoothen up the weight loss problems from the root. Hence, this way, not just the bananas but the peel too can help lose weight faster.

According to experts, the colour of the banana skin also carries with it several other nutritious benefits that are super healthy for you. Ripe, green banana skins contain a good portion of tryptophan (which is an essential amino acid), resistant starch which is essential to maintain a good gut. Yellow skinned bananas, the most popularly found ones contain several antioxidants that have cancer-protecting properties and strengthen your immunity too. The nutrients in the skin can also supply melatonin, which can improve sleep quality.

While studies are still underway to test how successful and helpful they are for weight watchers, banana peels, are no doubt super healthy. You can boil them or have them raw, or introduce them to your diet in a slow manner. Be sure to clean and thoroughly wash the bananas before consuming them to ensure that you do not ingest traces of germs or pesticides along with the health benefits!

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Weight loss: Can eating banana peels help you lose weight? - Times of India