Nov 04, 2024
The truth about banana stem length and flavor
Siddhartha JanaAccording to claims made by digital creator Suman Ranganath, the length of a banana's stem correlates with the fruit's sweetness and flavour, suggesting shorter stems indicate sweeter bananas.
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Experts, including clinical dietitian Ridhima Gupta, found no evidence linking stem length to taste; factors such as colour, ripeness, and bruising are more significant.
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For immediate consumption, choose bright yellow bananas with minimal green, while those intended for later consumption should have more green to ripen over time.
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Banana stems produce ethylene, a hormone that aids in ripening by converting starch to sugar, contributing to the fruit's sweetness and yellow colour.
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Keeping bananas together in a bunch will speed up the ripening process, while separating them can slow it down.
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Inspect the banana's stem to ensure it is intact; loose or missing stems may indicate rapid ripening, and damaged tips should also be avoided.
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Bananas are rich in phytonutrients, including vitamins and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and calcium, which contribute to overall health.
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Bananas also provide vitamins A, C, and B6, which promote skin health, aid sleep, and contain tryptophan, a precursor to serotonin that can enhance mood.
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