I was scrolling through the internet last week when I came across what happens to be the next big health trend – banana tea.
I had never heard of it, so I decided to do some research in order to see what all the fuss is about. It turns out that there are lots of health benefits, it is easy to make, it makes use of wasted banana skins and most it aids sleep.
Bananas are delicious, you can stir them into yoghurt and drizzle honey over it, or have them as an on-the-go snack. But banana tea for sleep?
Well, with the stress of the pandemic keeping life on hold, it is being promoted as the answer to the stresses and strains of life in lockdown.
The trend has become so popular it has gathered some high-profile supporters.
What is special about banana tea?
Health experts say that when taken about an hour before bed, it can help calm the nervous system and help the body prepare for deep sleep.
They say banana peels contain potassium and magnesium, which ar natural muscle relaxants.
They also reveal that banana tea makes your tea even better as it has ample minerals that induce sleep.
To prepare banana tea: Just take a jar, add some water and boil a whole banana with or without the peel, depending on your preference.
Turn off the flame and remove the fruit, then you can add your regular black tea or green tea to the blend and your banana tea is ready.