You may be wondering if it’s OK to eat the peel of your banana.

This is great news sincemost of us don’t eat enough fiber.

Risks of Eating Banana Peels

There aren’t many risks of eating banana peels.

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But if you are going to eat them, give them a good scrub under running water first.

According to theEnvironmental Working Group, banana cultivation is heavy on the pesticides.

Few pesticides make their way to the fruit itself, but there could be residues on the peels.

So start slowly and be sure to drink water alongside this new fiber-rich addition to your diet.

Water helps fiber move smoothly though your system.

Anything we can collectively do to cut back on food waste is good.

How Do You Eat Banana Peels?

Then thaw the bananas before pureeing, and stir the puree into the batter.

Start with a little at a time to reduce GI rebuttal.

They can be used fresh, frozen or cooked.