Bananas And Body Building Benefits

For some reason, bananas are often times feared by people because they are high on the GI (glycemic index). This is a chart listing how fast a carbohydrate spikes the blood sugar. There is no need to fear a substance that is natural and packed full of health-promoting nutrients. Bodybuilders know this and eat them daily. Learn why they do. Function When...

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[Banana Recipe] Banana Nutmeg Mini-Muffins Recipe

Banana mini-muffins are made with whole wheat flour and touched with nutmeg flavor for a healthy snack. You can use this batter for standard muffins as well. Simply extend the baking time about 5 to 10 minutes. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 cup whole...

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[Banana Recipe] Banana Macadamia Nut Bread

Traditional banana bread gets tropical flair from macadamia nuts. This quick bread is easy to make. Feel free to substitute your favorite nuts for the macadamias. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour, 10 minutes Ingredients: 2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour 1/4 cup granulated sugar 3/4 cup brown sugar,...

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[Banana Recipe] Banana Ketchup

Although there is a little tomato in this ketchup, it's the flavor of the bananas that shines through. Banana ketchup is especially good with pork and chicken. Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes Total Time: 1 hour, 45 minutes Ingredients: 1/2 cup golden raisins 1/3 cup chopped sweet onions 2 large garlic cloves, quartered 1/3...

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[Banana Recipe] Bananas Foster Bars

Bananas Foster is a classic dessert combining the flavors of bananas and rum. Here the classic dessert has been turned into a bar cookie. If you need to skip the alcohol, you may substitute rum extract. Pecans or walnuts provide a bit of crunchy texture, but they may be omitted if you are allergic. What bar cookie does not benefit from a...

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[Banana Recipe] Banana Flambe Recipe

Rum is flamed to finish this simple banana dessert dish. This makes an impressive presentation with the lights off, but be sure to read the flambe tips before beginning. Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes Ingredients: 2 bananas 2 Tablespoons sunflower oil 4 Tablespoons sugar 1/2 cup white rum 1 lime, squeezed Preparation: Peel...

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