Hey guys, hope u recognize this fruit, if yes when last did u taste of it. I want to share one secret of this fruit. DO YOU KNOW THAT PLANTAIN CONTAINS THE HIGHEST SOURCE OF POTASSIUM?!
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MATURE UNRIPE PLANTAIN
There are 913 milligrams of potassium in one cup of cooked, mashed plantains. That accounts for about 20 percent of your recommended daily amount of potassium, making plantains one of the most potassium-rich foods on the planet. Potassium is the third-most abundant mineral in the body, but when depleted, low potassium can affect the function of a number of organs and processes.
Potassium is an electrolyte and is affected greatly by the amount of sodium in the body. Potassium plays a major role in regulating blood pressure because it combats the effects of sodium. Many Western diets include too much sodium, which means we could all use more sources of potassium. Snacking on plantains or adding them as a side dish are delicious ways to reach your daily potassium goals and help naturally remedy high blood pressure.
Potassium levels also affect skeletal and smooth muscle contraction, which allows for regular digestive and muscular function. It also helps regulate heart rhythm, and studies show that people who consume diets with high potassium levels tend to be at a lower risk of stroke, osteoporosis and renal disease

Some Health Benefits of Potassium

1. Boost Heart Health
   One thing a healthy heart definitely does is beat as it should. I’m talking about your heart rhythm, and potassium plays a direct role in making sure that rhythm is healthy and as it should be. If you’re having trouble with your heart rhythm, a potassium deficiency could easily play a role.
2. Reduce Risk of Stroke
   Several observational studies have found that those with high potassium levels experience a lower risk of stroke. The risk of ischemic stroke in particular is lower in high potassium consumers. The positive relationship between increased potassium intake and decreased stroke risk is believed to be from dietary sources rather than supplements, which do not appear to provide the same positive effect.
3. Alleviate High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
   According to a recently updated Harvard Medical School publication, “the average American diet delivers too much sodium and too little potassium,” which is highly counterproductive when it comes to discouraging high blood pressure. Studies show that a diet high in potassium, especially potassium from fruits and vegetables, lowers blood pressure. This is especially true if the increase in potassium foods is not accompanied by an increase in high-sodium foods. One group that shouldn’t aim too high with potassium intake is people with kidney problems.
   A deficiency in potassium can lead to:
   • Fatigue
   • Irritability
   • Blood pressure problems
   • Heart palpitations
   • Arthritis
   • Abnormal psychological behavior, including depression, confusion or hallucinations etc.
   Unripe plantain flour is recommended for those with diabetes due to its low sugar content, it can be missed with other protineous food or it can be prepared as
   
   Unripe plantain flour is highly nutritious and it’s recommended for those with diabetes.
   If you have been neglecting plantain, NOW YOU KNOW ITS IMPORTANCE.