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November’s Healthy Food of the Month is Plantains!
Health Benefits of Plantains
Plantains are a tropical fruit that have the appearance of bananas but have a different flavor, texture and size. They are much larger then a banana and are less sweet and more starchy, like a potato. They are commonly used in Latin, Caribbean and African cuisines.
Plantains have vitamin C for immune function, antioxidants alpha and beta-carotene, lutein and zeaxanthin for eye health. They also have vitamin B, vitamin K, Folate and Choline.
Plantains are low in sodium and high in potassium. They provide magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, copper, iron, and zinc. Plantains are also an excellent source of fiber.
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