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Do you know why Indians prefer to eat on Banana leaves?
The tradition of eating on Banana leaves has been there for thousands of years and it also has Ayurvedic importance. All kinds of dishes are served on the banana leaves. As per Ayurveda, banana has several plant-based compounds. The ingredients that cover banana leaves are called polyphenols or epigallocatechin gallate or EGCG, also found in green tea. It offers natural antioxidants. Free radicles are reduced by this and it also prevents illness. While eating banana leaves is not possible, eating hot food kept on it helps in consuming the nutrition present in it. Antibacterial properties are also present and that kills germs present in the meal, reducing your chances of taking ill.
The banana leaf has a waxy coating on it, a very subtle flavour of which gets mixed with hot food, thereby increasing its taste. These leaves are also environment friendly and can be used in place of plastic disposable plates.
Eating on banana leaves improves health and helps avoid skin diseases, constipation, indigestion, and gas.