Banana stem juice

Traditional home remedies use banana stem for various purposes. One use of banana stem is reducing kidney stones and to get rid of pain associated with it.

It also helps to reduce weight by reducing fat and reduces obesity. Apart from these consuming banana stem also reduces acidity and cholesterol level.

There are different ways one can prepare banana stem juice depending on other ingredients. Adding ingredients is to enhance the taste. Here are 4 types of banana stem juice for various conditions:

Type 1: For kidney stone, urinary tract discomfort and detoxification

1. Banana stem pieces – 2 cups
2. Yogurt – 1 cup
3. Salt – 1 tsp
4. Cumin powder – 1 tsp
5. Black pepper – 1 tsp
6. Asafetida – a pinch
7. Water – 2 cups

Preparation: Grind the contents. Add 2 cups of water to grinder and continue grinding.  Strain content to a drinking cups and consume.

Type 2: For obesity and kidney stone

1. Banana stem piece – 2 cups (soak)
2. Lime juice – 2 tsp
3. Salt – 1/2 tsp

Preparation: Grind soaked banana stem piece along with water. Strain to a cup and add rest of the 2 ingredients. Mix well and drink.

 Type 3: For obesity, digestion and weight reduction.

1. Banana stem pieces – 2 cups
2. One apple (cut into pieces)
3. Lime juice – ½ tsp
4. Salt – ½ tsp
5. Sugar – 1 tsp

Preparation: Grind banana stem and apple pieces together by adding 1 cup water. Strain and add lime juice, salt and sugar. Mix well and drink.

Type 4: For weight reduction and reducing cholesterol

1. Banana stem pieces – 2 cups
2. Cinnamon powder – 1 tsp
3. Lime juice -1/2 tsp
4. Salt – 1 tsp
5. Mint leaves – few (5-6)
6. Cucumber – few pieces

Preparation: Grind all ingredients together by adding 2 cups water. Strain content and drink.

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