But here’s the good news: you don’t need to remove them before enjoying your banana. While phloem is not essential for the creation of bananas, breeding disease-resistant varieties is paramount in saving our beloved fruit from diseases that have claimed many lives. So, let’s embrace these little strings for their valuable contribution to the growth of our bananas.
And here’s a delightful surprise for you – those phloem bundles are actually quite nutritious! Packed with vitamins like potassium, fiber, vitamin A, and vitamin B6, they offer a multitude of health benefits. Even better news, bananas with brown spots are even healthier! So, let’s dig into those overripe bananas and reap the unexpected advantages they bring:
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