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New Research Reveals Why You Shouldn’t Add a Banana to Your Smoothies (scitechdaily.com)
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Researchers have found that the enzyme polyphenol oxidase (PPO) in certain fruits like bananas can reduce the absorption of heart-healthy flavanols, especially when combined with flavanol-rich ingredients like berries. The study suggests choosing ingredients with low PPO activity, such as pineapple or oranges, when making smoothies to optimize flavanol absorption.

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[-] investorsexchange@lemmy.ca 9 points 1 year ago

What if I don’t care about flavanols, but I like the texture a banana produces? What else can make a smoothie smooth like that?

[-] cassetti@kbin.social 12 points 1 year ago

Few ideas -

  • Avocados (great texture, not very sweet so other flavors would still stand out)
  • Greek yogurt (easy choice for any smoothie with or without bananas haha)
  • Mangoes (some varieties are fiberless and blend smooth with a nice consistency)
  • cooked sweet potatoes (let cool down to room temp before blending!)
  • coconut cream (a small amount can add a creamy texture)
  • peanutbutter (or other nut butters) can add thickness to a smoothie.
[-] Floey@lemm.ee 1 points 1 year ago

Sweet potato with strawberry is actually an amazing smoothie combination.

[-] shanghaibebop@beehaw.org 1 points 1 year ago

Frozen fruits that are high in pectin. Chia seeds.

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