Eating on a banana leaf itself can be an astounding experience, relating to a tradition that dates back to several thousand years ago. Infact it was an integral part of south Indian culture and there was no occasion that was complete without a banana leaf meal. Moreover the amazing health benefits that can result out of a eating on a banana leaf makes it all the more irresistible.
Banana leaves can be a powerful serving platter. It is extremely easy to carry, and sturdy with a bisymmetrical structure that helps to partition food items on it. Ancient Customs prescribe placing of different food items on different areas on the leaf based on ergonomics and ease of use.
Banana leaf is bio-degradable and a natural alternative to plastic plates that can be toxic to human health. It has remarkable recycling properties, for example a banana leaf that is disposed after a meal is consumed and digested by the cow, and post which the excretion is used a potent manure to cultivate banana plants from which we procure banana leaves.
Consuming steaming hot food on a banana leaf can indirectly benefit you with incredible medicinal value as it is practically difficult to consume the leaf as such.
Reasons why it is Healthier to Eat on a Banana Leaf:
The most notable one is the use of plant based compound known as polyphenols which are present in abundance in the banana leaves. When hot food is served to you on a banana leaf, the rice perspires and gets absorbed into the food and then into your system that enables amazing medicinal properties which in turn reduces risk of cancer, improves your vision etc.
Today’s world is overwhelmed with stress that causes cardiovascular diseases and pre-mature aging due to free radical damage. A particular kind of polyphenol in banana leaves called epigallocatechin gallate, or EGCG is an exceptional antioxidant that protects our body from the impairment caused by free radicals. Ultraviolet rays and other radiations that leads to skin damage is also battled by epigallocatechin gallate to protect your skin. Additionally it also helps in breaking down lipid or fat molecules into triglycerides and fatty acids that gradually releases required energy for the body throughout the day.
The leaf encompasses a certain essence that gets mixed with food which aids in proper digestion. The anti-bacterial properties of the leaf kill the germs in the food and fights infection causing pathogens.
Eating food on a banana leaf strengthens your overall immune system.
It also contains Vitamin A that improves your vision and skin health. It is also an effective ingredient for skin rejuvenation.
The chlorophyll in the leaves averts intestinal ulcer.
It aids in blood purification.
Helps in healing kidney stones, urinary tract infections, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and other bladder related diseases.
Health and hygiene go hand in hand. Banana leaves are so hygiene friendly that you can clean it in couple of seconds by wiping it with some water sprinkled on it compared to burdensome cleaning effort required for stainless steel or ceramic plates.
The green color, glossy finish wax coating and sturdy form provides a fresh organic appeal that connects your mind and body closer to nature. Irrespective of the cuisine, eating on the banana leaf adds to the taste, enhances the flavor quotient and produces a wonderful aroma to the food, altogether that can make you fall in love with your food. So it is worthy to have a meal on a banana leaf as it combines harmoniously with food to give you a sensual and healthy dining experience.
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