You must have seen people in South India eating food on banana leaves. At the same time, many restaurants also serve South Indian foods on banana leaves. There is an old tradition of eating food on banana leaves. At the same time, in terms of health, there are many benefits of eating food on banana leaves.
Banana leaf is full of polyphenols, a plant-based compound. Polyphenols are natural antioxidants that work to protect the body from free-radicals and other diseases.
Banana leaves have a waxy upper layer. Although, this layer is very thin but its taste is very different. When hot food is served on a banana leaf, this wax melts and mixes with the food. Due to which the taste of the food increases.
Banana leaves do not need a lot of cleaning. They themselves are very hygienic. They can be used after cleaning them with just a little water. Eating in plastic plates is injurious to health.
Banana leaf is full of polyphenols, a plant-based compound. Polyphenols are natural antioxidants that work to protect the body from free radicals and other diseases.