Why You Should Never Waste The Stringy Bits On A Banana

Why You Should Never Waste The Stringy Bits On A Banana

Many banana lovers are quick to banish those strange stringy bits that emerge when peeling the fruit, but there are a few good reasons you should savor these strands. Known as phloem bundles, these stringy bits are perfectly edible and surprisingly nutritious. They might be mildly radioactive, but bananas are packed full of goodness. As per the USDA, one medium banana provides just under 100 calories, plus a load of essential nutrients such as f…