It is no secret bananas are packed with nutrients. But, what a lot don’t realise is that what colour a banana is can benefit you and your health in more ways than one. Dr Karan Rajan, an NHS surgeon, explained that eating a yellow bananas has different health benefits than opting for greener ones. Depending … Read more
Bananas are the common fruit on our shopping list but unfortunately, they are also one of the most wasted foods as they often begin to rot only a few days after being bought. Stephen Jones, a cook and founder of the Reluctant Gourmet, has shared that bananas often ripen quickly because they produce ethylene gas … Read more
Cost of Living5:08Trade you a breadmaker for banana bread? When Samantha Fanning was expecting her second child, the room that would become the baby’s nursery needed a major glow-up. But as a professional photographer and at the time a single mother, Fanning didn’t have room in her schedule — or the painting skills required — to transform … Read more
When it comes to sweet treats we just can’t help ourselves. Whether you’re more of a chocolate cake, ice cream or tiramisu kind of person, everyone pretty much has their go-to food. And this recipe from Mary Berry certainly doesn’t disappoint. The chef’s passion fruit and banana eton mess is “sure to please” and is … Read more
Bananas are considered a kitchen staple in many households, but sometimes, depending on the way they’re stored they can begin to brown quickly. Luckily, there’s an easy trick that makes them last longer, so that you can eat them fresh rather than having to turn them into banana bread (although this might be a tempting … Read more
Chiquita Brands International must pay $38.3 million US in damages to the families of eight Colombian men killed by a paramilitary group in that country, a Florida jury said on Monday. In 2007, Chiquita was ordered by a U.S. court to pay a $25-million fine to settle criminal charges that it did business with the United … Read more
Bananas are a staple in many people’s food shops, but due to having a short shelf-life, end up being one of the most wasted foods. If purchased when yellow, bananas will stay ripe for a few days, and if they are green, they may last an extra few days. However, sometimes they may not even … Read more
Banana muffins are already delicious, but Nigella Lawson has a recipe that will soon be a favourite. The chef uses butterscotch chips in her banana muffins to add another level of sweetness. She said the butterscotch can be substituted with any kind of chocolate chip as well, whether it’s white, dark or semi-sweet. The recipe … Read more
Bananas are a beloved fruit in many households across the UK, but keeping them fresh can sometimes be a challenge. With a short window between under-ripe and over-ripe, knowing the right storage techniques can make all the difference in extending their lifespan. The key to keeping bananas fresh for longer starts with the buying process. … Read more
Bananas have a short shelf-life of around two to three days if purchased when they are fully ripe. If purchased when they are green they may have an extra few days, but sometimes may not even fully ripen. Banana skin can bruise extremely easily, which can damage the quality of the fruit inside as well … Read more
