The banana stem has fiber and thus helps in weight loss. Because of its fiber content, consuming this gives a feeling of satisfaction and hence reduces the intake of food. Potassium and vitamin B6 in the stem helps in the production of insulin and hemoglobin.
Having a banana stem once a week keeps blood pressure levels in normal and fluid balance within the body. Plantain stem is a diuretic and helps detoxify the body. Common said truth is that having a banana stem is very good for kidney stones which are under research. Potassium helps in the proper functioning of muscles.
Botanical Name : Musa Acuminata
English Name : Banana Tree Stem
Tamil Name : வாழைத்தண்டு / Vazhaithandu
Hindi Name : केले-का-फूल / Vazha/ Kudappan
Malayalam Name :വാഴ / കുടപ്പൻ / Kele-Ka-Phool(Banana Tree stem)
Telugu Name : అరటి / Arati
Health Benefits
- Banana stem powder with buttermilk and taken on an empty stomach reduce weight. This shake also relieves ulcers, burning sensations, and acidity.
- Banana stem powder can be sprinkled over your favorite curry, salad, soup, and enjoy a healthy supply of nutrients.
- A banana stem is a type of diuretic that promotes the production of urine.
- To relieve the pain of kidney stones, banana stalks should be added frequently.
- It completely abolishes the development of kidney stones. This is why most patients eat a banana as a staple.
- Though Banana stem benefits the whole body, it extremely helps in the reduction of the excess fat in the pelvic area.
- It is also active in controlling acetic acidosis.
How to Consume Vazhai Thandu Podi
Morning – Take five gms of stem powder with 100 ml water and boil them for some minutes. After the water getting warm, filter them, and drink before food. Repeat the same for the Evening after dinner.
Taking its juice daily, you can reduce kidney stones and obesity.
Soak the banana stem with a cup of buttermilk and leave it in a refrigerator overnight. The next day, add cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon of sugar and blend them. Make a thick shake and drink that controls your weight.
Side Effects
There are no side effects in using this product, and you can consider the medical advice for the usage of this product during pregnancy.
Harvesting & Manufacturing Methods
All herbs are 100% naturally harvested, dried, and pulverized without the chemical interactions that assure the natural herb powders.
Jelsi –
Very useful and healthy product.